As the Programme Director, you will lead and drive the successful implementation, management, and optimisation of SAP and ERP initiatives across the organisation. This senior leadership role requires a deep understanding of SAP and ERP solutions, a strong track record in technology delivery management, and the ability to work cross-functionally to achieve transformational business outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in program and project management within SAP and ERP environments, excellent leadership capabilities, and a passion for fostering innovation in technology delivery.
Key Responsibilities;
Strategic Leadership
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o Develop and execute the technology delivery strategy, focusing on SAP/ERP projects to support the company's business objectives.
o Partner with senior stakeholders to understand and define technology priorities, ensuring alignment with business strategy and goals.
o Act as a trusted advisor on all matters related to SAP/ERP delivery and related technology innovation.
Program Management
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o Oversee end-to-end program management of all SAP/ERP projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
o Establish and manage project timelines, budgets, resource plans, risk management frameworks, and performance metrics.
o Drive alignment between IT, business functions, and third-party vendors to ensure effective delivery and ongoing support of SAP/ERP solutions.
Technical Oversight
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o Provide technical leadership and guidance across SAP/ERP initiatives, ensuring best practices in solution architecture, configuration, and integration.
o Establish and enforce delivery standards, processes, and tools for efficient project management and high-quality outcomes.
o Ensure that quality control processes are in place to validate that solutions meet business requirements and regulatory standards.
Change Management & Business Engagement
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o Champion and facilitate change management processes, ensuring smooth adoption of SAP/ERP solutions across the organizationBuild strong partnerships with business units, proactively managing expectations, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement.
Risk Management
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o Proactively identify risks associated with SAP/ERP initiatives and develop mitigation plans.
o Manage escalations, resolving issues promptly to minimize impact on project timelines and outcomes.
Key Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
* Experience: 10+ years in technology delivery, with at least 5 years in SAP/ERP project management and delivery roles.
* Proven track record of leading large-scale SAP/ERP implementations or transformations.
Skills and Competencies
* Project & Program Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies (eg, Agile, Waterfall), with PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certifications preferred.
* Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of SAP/ERP architecture, integration, and best practices.
* Change Management: Experience leading organizational change initiatives, especially in SAP/ERP environments.
* Vendor & Partner Management: Skilled in managing external vendors and building strategic partnerships.
150K plus Benefits - 230K package