IT Project Manager SAP S/4HANA ERP Implementation

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 15 Month(s)

Skills

SAP
SAP S/4HANA
SAP Implementation
IT Project Management
Supply Chain

Job Details

Project Overview:

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager (Consultant Contractor) to lead a 12 15-month SAP S/4HANA ERP implementation project, with a focus on Finance, Supply Chain Management, and enterprise system integrations.

This role will drive execution from planning through go-live, ensuring the solution meets both technical and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

ERP Program Leadership

  • Lead the full project lifecycle of the SAP S/4HANA implementation, focusing on core functional areas including Finance and Supply Chain Management.
  • Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets across business and IT stakeholders.
  • Coordinate internal teams, external SAP consultants, and integration partners to ensure

alignment and timely delivery.

Integration Management

  • Drive the planning, design, and implementation of integrations between SAP S/4HANA and surrounding systems (e.g., CRM, MES, WMS, legacy platforms).
  • Collaborate with architects and technical teams to define integration requirements, data flows, and performance standards.
  • Oversee integration testing, issue resolution, and cutover readiness.

Execution & Oversight

  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, decision registers, and status reports.
  • Facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues and escalate project risks as necessary.
  • Ensure functional and technical deliverables support end-to-end business processes across Finance and Supply Chain.

Change & Communication

  • Support change management, stakeholder engagement, and training efforts.
  • Lead communication plans to keep executives and key users informed throughout the

implementation lifecycle.

  • Oversee cutover planning, go-live support, and transition to operational support teams.

Required Qualifications:

  • 6+ years of IT project management experience, including at least 2 3 full lifecycle SAP ERP

Private Cloud implementations.

  • Hands-on experience managing SAP implementations specifically covering:

o Finance modules and related business processes

o Supply Chain Management, including procurement, inventory, production planning, and order fulfillment

o System integrations between SAP and enterprise applications

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-complexity enterprise environments.
  • Strong knowledge of SAP Activate or equivalent implementation methodology.
  • Excellent stakeholder communication, vendor coordination, and executive reporting skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification.
  • SAP S/4HANA certifications or demonstrated expertise in SAP FI, MM, SD, or PP modules.
  • Experience with integration platforms such as SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP CPI, or Informatica.
  • Prior experience in regulated or manufacturing industries (e.g., life sciences, pharma).
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