Senior SAP Project Manager

Location: Remote / Hybrid / Jakarta (as applicable)

Employment Type: Full-time (On Client Payroll)

Reports To: Program Director / CIO / Head of Digital Transformation

Experience

Required:

8–12+ years in SAP Project Management

Our client is a large enterprise undertaking global SAP transformation initiatives, including migration from legacy ERP systems to SAP S/4

HANA. The organization is focused on business value realization, Clean Core strategy adoption, and cloud-enabled digital transformation.

The environment offers high visibility with executive stakeholders and exposure to multi-country SAP programs.

The Senior SAP Project Manager will lead end-to-end SAP implementation programs across global operations. This role requires strong governance discipline, cross-functional leadership, and deep knowledge of SAP S/4

HANA transformation strategies.

You will be responsible for managing scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring alignment with business objectives and Clean Core principles.

This position is ideal for seasoned SAP leaders capable of driving complex ERP transformation initiatives.

• Lead all project phases:
  Discovery, Preparation, Exploration, Deployment, Run.
• Apply SAP Activate or Hybrid-Agile methodologies.
• Ensure milestone adherence and business value realization.

• Act as primary liaison to PMO and C‑suite stakeholders.
• Provide transparent reporting on project health, resource allocation, ROI tracking.
• Present executive‑level dashboards and steering committee updates.

• Manage the Project Triangle:
  Scope, Schedule, Cost.
• Control change requests and prevent scope creep.
• Maintain high‑quality deliverables aligned with governance frameworks.
• Identify and mitigate risks such as customization conflicts.
• Implement structured risk response strategies.
• Lead cross‑functional teams including ABAP Developers, BASIS & Technical Teams.
• Manage onsite and offshore resources.
• Foster high‑performance and accountability culture.

• Oversee detailed cutover planning.
• Lead UAT (User Acceptance Testing) cycles.
• Manage hyper‑care support and stabilization post go‑live.

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of SAP implementation experience.
• Proven track record managing global or multi‑entity ERP programs.
• Industry experience in Manufacturing, Pharma, Retail, or similar sectors preferred.

• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4
  
  HANA architecture.
• Understanding of SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform).
• Familiarity with cloud integration and Clean Core strategy.

• Project Management Tools: MS Project, JIRA.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE
  2.
• SAP Certified Associate – SAP Activate Project Manager.
• Additional module certifications (S/4
  
  HANA Finance, Supply Chain, etc.) are a strong advantage.

• Strong executive communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinking with business value orientation.
• Excellent stakeholder negotiation and conflict resolution ability.
• High ownership mindset with strong governance discipline.
• Ability to operate in complex, multi‑cultural environments.

• Lead high‑impact SAP S/4
  
  HANA transformation programs.
• Direct exposure to C‑level stakeholders.
• Opportunity to drive Clean Core and cloud‑first ERP strategy.
• Competitive compensation with performance‑based incentives.
• Career growth toward Program Director or Transformation Lead roles.