SAP Release Manager

IT Release Management Lead SAP & Integrated Applications

Remote working

Duration is 6 months

Education and Special Trainings Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related fields preferred.
• Preferred certifications:
  • ITIL Foundation or higher (focused on Release, Change, or Service Management)
  • SAP Certifications in system administration, technical architecture, or relevant modules
  • PMP or equivalent project management certifications
• Training or certifications in release management platforms like Plutora, Planview, or related tools is desirable.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

Technical and Functional Experience:

• 7+ years of IT experience, including 3+ years focused on release management, environment management, or deployment management.
  • Basic understanding of SAP landscapes, including SAP S/4HANA, middleware solutions, SAP Solution Manager
• Experience in release and deployment management for enterprise-scale projects, upgrades, enhancements, and operational releases.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting or administrating release management platforms such as Plutora or Planview, including configuration, process setup, reporting, and adoption.
• Proficiency with environment management, including system refreshes, data management, and deployment coordination.

Preferred Tools Knowledge:

• SAP Solution Manager for change, transport, and system management.
• Planview / Plutora for release portfolio management and governance.
• ServiceNow for change, incident, and release process integration.
• Azure DevOps for source control, work item tracking, reporting data.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams) for documentation, reporting, presentations, and collaboration.

Process and Operational Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of ITIL Release, Change, and Deployment Management processes.
• Understanding of Agile, SAFe, and DevOps practices as they relate to enterprise release management.

Leadership and Communication Skills:

• Proven ability to manage diverse teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to both technical and business audiences.
• Strong leadership presence, decision-making, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to handle high-pressure situations, especially during critical release windows.
• High degree of focus, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and complex dependencies.
• Capacity to work outside of normal business hours occasionally, particularly during major deployments or issue escalations.

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Chandrika Nannam

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