Senior SAP Program Manager

About the CompanyOur client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to support a large, global SAP S/4HANA transformation within a multi-site manufacturing environment.About the RoleThis individual will coordinate across business functions, Global IT, local subject-matter experts, and implementation partners to ensure planning, governance, testing, readiness, and deployment activities remain aligned and on schedule.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate planning and execution across multiple project workstreamsDevelop and maintain an integrated project planTrack milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and critical-path activitiesManage the RAID log and escalate risks and issues appropriatelyPrepare executive-level status reports and presentationsCoordinate activities with the Global PMO and implementation partnersFacilitate governance meetings and cross-functional working sessionsSupport System Integration Testing and User Acceptance TestingCoordinate data, business, and organizational readinessSupport cutover planning and deployment readinessIntegrate organizational change activities into the overall project planEnsure functional and technical workstreams remain alignedDrive decisions and accountability across teams without direct authorityCross-Functional CollaborationThe Senior Project Manager will work with teams across:Commercial and OperationsSupply Chain and ManufacturingFinanceEngineering and Product ManagementDigital and ITMaster DataGlobal PMOExternal implementation partnersExecutive leadershipQualificationsSenior-level project or program management experienceSAP S/4HANA implementation experienceExperience leading large, complex ERP implementationsManufacturing industry experienceMulti-site or multi-plant deployment experienceStrong integrated project-planning and RAID-management skillsCross-functional leadership experienceExecutive communication and reporting experienceStrong facilitation, negotiation, and problem-solving skillsProven ability to influence decisions and hold teams accountable without direct authorityAbility to manage complex projects within a highly matrixed global organizationPreferred SkillsExposure to one or more SAP modules is preferred, including:SDMMPPFI/COEWMAAPO, where applicableAdditional preferred experience includes:Global ERP implementationsData migrationTesting leadershipCutover and deployment planningOrganizational change managementAgile delivery environmentsPMP, Prosci, Agile, or related certifications are beneficial but not required.Ideal Leadership StyleThe ideal candidate is proactive, organized, collaborative, and calm under pressure. They should possess strong executive presence, political awareness, and the ability to work effectively across global teams. This individual must be comfortable operating in ambiguity, willing to challenge assumptions, and able to hold leaders accountable while maintaining a low-ego, team-focused approach.Contract DetailsFull-time contract positionInitial duration of 1–2 yearsApproximately 30–40% travel within and outside the United States (Travel: 90% until January)Start date is as soon as possible