SAP Project Manager

We are looking for a skilled SAP Project Manager to oversee SAP implementation and transformation projects, with a strong grasp of SAP solutions and project management in utilities or asset-intensive industries. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to manage timelines, budgets, and risks effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Management:

• Lead the full SAP project lifecycle, including S/4HANA implementations and upgrades.
• Develop comprehensive project plans detailing scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Define project goals and KPIs aligned with business objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Serve as the main point of contact among business stakeholders, technical teams, and partners.
• Conduct workshops to gather requirements and align project goals.
• Provide project updates, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure collaboration.
• Mentor team members to foster accountability and performance.
• Manage relationships with vendors and third-party consultants.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Develop contingency plans to minimize project disruptions.
• Escalate critical issues to leadership when necessary.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Oversee project budgets and track expenses against financial goals.
• Optimize resource allocation across teams and partners.

Quality Assurance and Delivery:

• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and requirements.
• Oversee testing phases such as integration and user acceptance testing.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to identify improvement opportunities.

• 10+ years of experience in managing large-scale SAP projects, including S/4HANA implementations.
• Strong understanding of SAP modules relevant to utilities or asset-intensive industries, such as SAP IS-U, Plant Maintenance (PM), Asset Management, or SAP EAM.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Familiarity with SAP technical landscapes, including cloud migration, data integration, and analytics tools (e.g., SAP Analytics Cloud).
• Competence in managing SAP-related tools like SAP Solution Manager or project management platforms like JIRA or MS Project.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills in high-pressure environments.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification desirable.
• SAP certifications (e.g., S/4HANA Project Management) are an added advantage.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa to apply for this position.