Sr Manager, SAP Landscape Modernization PMO

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager to lead a significant SAP transformation initiative. This role involves strategic leadership, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, particularly in large-scale SAP implementations, and a proven ability to drive efficiency and innovation. This is a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with top executives and stakeholders. If you are results-driven and passionate about leading transformative projects, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project management, with 5+ years in SAP transformations.
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams and mentoring project managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of SAP transformation initiatives.
• Manage global teams and ensure project alignment with organizational goals.

Skills

Project Management

SAP S/4HANA

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Budgeting and Forecasting

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PMP Certification

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Sr Manager, SAP Landscape Modernization PMO

Austin, Texas, United States Corporate Functions

Add to Favorites Sr Manager, SAP Landscape Modernization PMO

Removed from favorites

Description

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing large-scale SAP implementations, leading multi-disciplinary teams across global locations, and collaborating with both employees and contractors. This role requires strategic leadership, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate complex ERP transformations while driving efficiency and innovation.Key Responsibilities:This position requires leading and managing the end-to-end execution of the SAP transformation initiative, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and industry best practices. The Senior Project Manager will partner with executives, business units, IT teams, and external vendors to define project scope, objectives, and key deliverables. Managing global, cross-functional teams, including employees, contractors, and third-party consultants, is a crucial part of the role.The selected candidate must optimize resource utilization while maintaining cost-effectiveness and ensuring project deadlines are met. Identifying potential risks, assessing impact, and implementing proactive mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions will be key to success. Regular reporting, status updates, dashboards, and presentations to senior leadership, steering committees, and key stakeholders will be required. This role also ensures compliance with corporate policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.This role is an opportunity to drive one of Apple’s most significant SAP transformations. It requires an individual who is strategic, results-driven, and capable of leading in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in project management, with a minimum of 5 years leading large-scale SAP transformation projects.
• 5+ years of experience in managing people, with a focus on leadership and team development.
• The ability to guide, mentor, and support experienced project managers in achieving project goals and organizational objectives.
• A proven track record in managing ERP implementations in complex and dynamic enterprise environments is essential.
• Strong experience leading global, cross-functional teams consisting of employees, contractors, and third-party consultants is required.
• An in-depth understanding of SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, and related technologies is necessary, along with proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid, and experience using tools like JIRA.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking for multi-million-dollar projects.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, as well as excellent communication, problem-solving, and presentation abilities, are critical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have experience with SAP cloud solutions such as SAP BTP and SAP Analytics Cloud, as well as digital transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with data migration strategies, system integrations, and SAP business process reengineering is a plus.
• A strong understanding of IT governance, compliance, and security standards within an enterprise environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in change management and business process transformation to ensure seamless adoption of new SAP systems is also valuable.
• SAP certifications such as SAP S/4HANA Project Manager, SAP Activate, PMP, or equivalent will be considered a strong advantage.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Add to Favorites Sr Manager, SAP Landscape Modernization PMO

Removed from favorites