SAP S/4 HANA Project Manager

Senior Sap Project ManagerNTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a professional to join our team in Remote, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior SAP Project Manager with 7 years of hands-on experience leading complex SAP implementations, rollouts, and transformation initiatives across global enterprises. This role demands a visionary leader who can drive project success, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver high-impact SAP solutions aligned with business goals. Experience with Life Sciences will be an added advantage. This role is ideal for a visionary leader who understands the regulatory, operational, and technological nuances of pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device environments and can deliver SAP solutions that drive compliance, innovation, and business value.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee project governance, risk mitigation, budget control, and stakeholder engagementDrive digital transformation initiatives including serialization, traceability, and data integrityProject Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets for SAP implementation projects, from initial scope definition to final delivery.Team Leadership & Coordination: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, including developers, functional analysts, and infrastructure teams, to achieve project milestones.Stakeholder Management: Act as a primary point of contact and build "trusted advisor" relationships with senior leadership, clients, and internal stakeholders.Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues to ensure timely and successful resolution.Budget & Resource Management: Monitor project expenditure, resource allocation, and headcount to ensure projects stay within budget and deliverable completion.Status Reporting: Provide clear, concise, and regular project status updates, including risks, issues, and budget performance, to project sponsors and key stakeholders.Methodology & Best Practices: Ensure adherence to SAP best practices and implementation methodologies, acting as a subject matter expert for the organization.Business Process Alignment: Facilitate workshops and review sessions to document existing business processes and define future-state processes for new software solutions.Mentorship & Development: Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members, fostering expertise and promoting best practices.Business Development: Participate in pre-sales activities and contribute to developing new business opportunities within the SAP space.Required SkillsStrong skills in project planning, execution, budget management, risk management, and stakeholder communicationAct as the primary liaison between business units, IT leadership, and external vendors. Ability to mobilize, motivate, and lead diverse teams through influence and collaboration. Drive stakeholder engagement and executive reporting with clear KPIs and dashboardsCapacity to drive strategy through projects and ensure alignment with overarching business goalsAdaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs and shifting project prioritiesOversee budget, resource allocation, risk management, and change control processesRequired QualificationsMinimum 7 years of SAP project management experience, with at least 1 end-to-end SAP programExperience with SAP S/4HANA migrations and integration with other lab/manufacturing systemsPMP, ITIL, SAP Activate certification preferredStrong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsFamiliarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery modelsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to senior leadership. Fluent in EnglishAbout NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation, and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com