Sr. SAP S4 HANA Project Manager - Some Travel

Sr. SAP S4 HANA Project ManagerClient is seeking an experienced Senior SAP S4 HANA Project Manager based in the USA, preferably located near Chicago, IL area or Danville, IL and/or Waukesha, WI or anywhere in midwest/east to travel on site occasionally. You will be supporting the client global SAP project where work is based out of Brazil currently. Client is a $33B global Steel manufacturing firm. There will be two SAP functional senior consultants performing as local focal points with broader SAP experience on Finance and logistics to support the project locally from early June.What You Will Do:Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for Aftermarket process development and SAP ERP integration.Ensure seamless integration of Aftermarket processes into the SAP ERP system, aligning capabilities with business needs.Communicate effectively with VPs and senior leaders regarding project status, benefits, and strategic implications.Identify and mitigate risks related to changes in Aftermarket MRO tool execution processes.Ensure Aftermarket process maps align with industry best practices and meet the specific needs of project regional.Lead change management initiatives to facilitate the successful adoption of new systems and processes by Aftermarket teams.Utilize SAP S4 technology to identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow optimization.Manage relationships with SAP ERP vendors to ensure high-quality solution delivery.Proactively address risks associated with SAP ERP implementations, maintaining compliance with regulations and data security standards.Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of SAP S4 initiatives, providing regular updates to senior leadership.Core responsibilities include defining project scope, managing comprehensive project plans, budgets, and ensuring the on-time delivery of key milestones. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, finance, and supply chain, to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will leverage SAP implementation expertise to identify inefficiencies, recommend best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strong skills in risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder engagement are essential to ensure project success. Additionally, this role involves fostering teamwork, mentoring project teams, and promoting a collaborative environment that supports knowledge sharing, innovation, and accountability. Regular updates to executive leadership will be required, focusing on accomplishments, challenges, and strategic recommendations.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant SAP experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience OR in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experienceExperience leading large-scale project and complex initiatives relating to Aftermarket operations, SAP ERP systems, and related fields.Experience supporting cross-functional teams and providing regular project updates to executive leaders.Ability to travel approximately 20% throughout the project lifecycle.Qualifications We Prefer:Proven leadership skills, including team building, conflict resolution, and performance management.Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.Soft skills: Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and workshop facilitation abilities.Ability to work in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models.Testing & Quality Assurance: Prepare functional specifications and work with ABAP teams for enhancements, user exits, and custom reports. Lead unit, integration, and UAT testing for Logistics(SD, MM & LE) plus various components. Ensure compliance with logistics "Best Practices" on global project.Support & Continuous Improvement: Provide post-go-live support and knowledge transfer to internal teams.