Senior Consultant SAP - Project Management (all genders)

Job description

What you can expect from us As SAP Project Manager, you are the central steering force in SAP transformation projects. You bring end-to-end program management expertise – from project setup and governance through rollout planning, cutover management, and hypercare. You serve as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, and you know how to keep complex, multi-workstream SAP programs on track, on budget, and on scope, even in politically challenging environments. Responsibilities: Own overall program and project management for SAP transformation engagements (S/4HANA rollouts, system consolidations, RISE migrations), including scope, schedule, budget, risks, and dependencies Design and implement fit-for-purpose governance models and PMO structures; establish steering committee cadences, escalation paths, and reporting frameworks for C-level stakeholders Lead rollout planning and coordination across multiple countries, business units, and workstreams (functional, technical, change management, data migration) Plan and execute cutover management: cutover strategy, go/no-go decision frameworks, mock cutovers, dress rehearsals, and live cutover command Manage program-level risks, issues, and interdependencies; proactively identify deviations and drive corrective actions Coordinate system integrators, software vendors, and internal IT teams; manage and challenge external service providers in complex multi-vendor environments Oversee hypercare phases post go-live: stabilisation planning, ticket management, SLA monitoring, and transition to operations Develop and maintain project plans, milestone tracking, and status reporting; prepare and present decision papers and program reviews for executive audiences Contribute to business development: support proposal development, effort estimations, and acquisition activities Who you are You are a natural program leader who combines methodological rigour with pragmatic delivery instinct. You stay calm under pressure, keep complex stakeholder landscapes aligned, and never lose sight of the overall goal. Beyond your project management expertise, you bring the following: Strong affinity for SAP technology topics and digital transformation in complex enterprise environments 3-6 years of experience in management or IT consulting, including proven track record leading complex S/4HANA transformation or rollout programs Deep expertise in multi-country rollout management, cutover management, go-live planning, and hypercare for SAP implementations Strong understanding of SAP implementation methodology (SAP Activate, agile, hybrid) Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP) is a strong advantage Familiarity with SAP Cloud ALM/Solution Manager, SAP Signavio and/or SAP LeanIX from a program governance perspective is a plus Excellent academic background ( Master’s degree, MBA, or equivalent); business administration, industrial engineering, or business informatics preferred Strategic mindset with a strong understanding of core commercial processes (Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, HR) and how they interact in SAP transformations Proven knowledge of consulting methods and structured problem-solving; experience with both traditional and agile project management approaches Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; confident presenter at executive and steering committee level Entrepreneurial mindset with high initiative and a genuine willingness to take ownership and responsibility Willingness to travel ( predominantly within the DACH region); approx. 60 - 80% Business fluent in German and English Who we are We are a global digital transformation consulting firm with offices in Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Munich, Vienna, Atlanta, Singapore, and Shanghai. Since 2006, we have primarily advised DAX and Fortune Global 500 companies on digital transformation issues at the intersection of business and IT. Our strength lies in a comprehensive management-level consulting approach that ranges from IT strategy to the optimization and implementation of digitalization and transformation processes. For this, we have repeatedly been recognized by our clients and the business magazine BrandEins as “Best Consultants” and by Wirtschaftswoche as the winner of the “Best of Consulting” competition. A few of our great benefits: A "Duz-Kultur", short communication channels, and many fantastic, experienced, and international colleagues International company events that are truly worthwhile—both professionally and personally Want a Deutschlandticket? We cover half the cost Childcare subsidy — we pay half the daycare costs for your little ones JobRad bike leasing and discounted gym membership (EGYM Wellpass) Personalized professional development opportunities that help you grow both professionally and personally Central location in downtown Hamburg with excellent bus and train connections— and hub locations in all major German cities Fresh fruit, good coffee, snacks, soft drinks, and after-work beer—we’ve got it all Contact If you have any questions in advance, please contact Ekaterina Korolkova at @eraneos.com / +49 40 809 081-172 . Our top priority is that you fit in with us and we with you, regardless of origin, nationality, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, age, disability or other aspects of diversity. Please apply via our company portal with your CV and / or your updated Xing or Linked In profile. Are you interested in what our employees and other applicants say about us? 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