SAP S/4HANA Project Manager

Overview

Hybrid
$80 - $90
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

S/4HANA
Project Manager
pharma
BTP

Job Details

SAP S/4HANA Project Manager

1-year contract

Must work out of Parsippany, NJ or San Diego, CA office (Parsippany New Jersey or San Diego are the exact locations)

$90 Per hour

Job Description

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:
Finance modules and related business processes
Supply Chain Management, including procurement, inventory, production planning, and order fulfillment
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).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

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).

Compensation & Terms:
Working Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week expected)
Travel: Some travel required

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