Job Description

Role: SAP Project Manager

Location: Jackson, MI - Hybrid (On-Site 4 Days/Week + Remote 1 Day)

Duration: Long term

Rate: Market

Need Only USC/ GC

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and communication strategies.
• Manage project execution, ensuring tasks are completed according to the plan and PMO standards.
• Track project progress, monitor milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation plans as needed.

PMO Adherence and Governance:

• Ensure all assigned projects adhere to the established PMO methodologies, standards, and processes.
• Utilize PMO tools and templates for project planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes and best practices.
• Participate in PMO meetings and provide project-related updates.

Stakeholder Management and Communication:

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with project stakeholders, including business users, IT teams, and external consultants.
• Facilitate effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and address any concerns or conflicts.
• Organize and lead project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and documented outcomes.

Resource and Budget Management:

• Manage project resources effectively, ensuring they are allocated appropriately and utilized efficiently.
• Track project budgets and expenditures, ensuring projects stay within approved limits.
• Identify and escalate any potential budget overruns.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
• Participate in quality reviews and testing processes as needed.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and issue logs.
• Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders and management.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with other Project Managers and PMO team members to share best practices and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with SAP functional and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
• 8 10 years of experience managing SAP implementation, upgrade, or enhancement projects
• Solid understanding of SAP modules and implementation methodologies (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Activate)
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
• Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines
• Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., SAP Solution Manager, Microsoft Project, Jira)

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