SAP Project Manager
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Job Title: SAP Project Manager
Hybrid Work Location: Jackson, MI - Hybrid (On-Site 4 Days/Week + Remote 1 Day required from day one of the assignment ongoing, subject to change in the future).
Job Description:
Consumers Energy is looking for a highly organized and experienced SAP Project Manager, PMO to drive the successful execution of SAP-related projects within our established Project Management Office (PMO).
- In this role, you will be responsible for managing project lifecycles, ensuring adherence to PMO standards, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
- You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives and contribute to the overall success of our SAP initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and communication strategies.
- Manage project execution, ensuring tasks are completed according to the plan and PMO standards.
- Track project progress, monitor milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
- Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation plans as needed.
PMO Adherence and Governance:
- Ensure all assigned projects adhere to the established PMO methodologies, standards, and processes.
- Utilize PMO tools and templates for project planning, tracking, and reporting.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes and best practices.
- Participate in PMO meetings and provide project-related updates.
Stakeholder Management and Communication:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with project stakeholders, including business users, IT teams, and external consultants.
- Facilitate effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and address any concerns or conflicts.
- Organize and lead project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and documented outcomes.
Resource and Budget Management:
- Manage project resources effectively, ensuring they are allocated appropriately and utilized efficiently.
- Track project budgets and expenditures, ensuring projects stay within approved limits.
- Identify and escalate any potential budget overruns.
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
- Participate in quality reviews and testing processes as needed.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and issue logs.
- Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders and management.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with other Project Managers and PMO team members to share best practices and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with SAP functional and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
- 8 10 years of experience managing SAP implementation, upgrade, or enhancement projects
- Solid understanding of SAP modules and implementation methodologies (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Activate)
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
- Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines
- Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., SAP Solution Manager, Microsoft Project, Jira)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in utility, energy, or regulated industry environments is a plus
- PMP or other relevant project management certification
- Experience working within a formal PMO structure
- Knowledge of change management principles
Hi
Hope you are doing well.
Job Title: SAP Project Manager
Hybrid Work Location: Jackson, MI - Hybrid (On-Site 4 Days/Week + Remote 1 Day required from day one of the assignment ongoing, subject to change in the future).
Job Description:
Consumers Energy is looking for a highly organized and experienced SAP Project Manager, PMO to drive the successful execution of SAP-related projects within our established Project Management Office (PMO).
- In this role, you will be responsible for managing project lifecycles, ensuring adherence to PMO standards, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
- You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives and contribute to the overall success of our SAP initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Execution:
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and communication strategies.
- Manage project execution, ensuring tasks are completed according to the plan and PMO standards.
- Track project progress, monitor milestones, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
- Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation plans as needed.
PMO Adherence and Governance:
- Ensure all assigned projects adhere to the established PMO methodologies, standards, and processes.
- Utilize PMO tools and templates for project planning, tracking, and reporting.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes and best practices.
- Participate in PMO meetings and provide project-related updates.
Stakeholder Management and Communication:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with project stakeholders, including business users, IT teams, and external consultants.
- Facilitate effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and address any concerns or conflicts.
- Organize and lead project meetings, ensuring clear agendas and documented outcomes.
Resource and Budget Management:
- Manage project resources effectively, ensuring they are allocated appropriately and utilized efficiently.
- Track project budgets and expenditures, ensuring projects stay within approved limits.
- Identify and escalate any potential budget overruns.
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
- Participate in quality reviews and testing processes as needed.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and issue logs.
- Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders and management.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with other Project Managers and PMO team members to share best practices and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with SAP functional and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
- 8 10 years of experience managing SAP implementation, upgrade, or enhancement projects
- Solid understanding of SAP modules and implementation methodologies (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Activate)
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
- Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines
- Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., SAP Solution Manager, Microsoft Project, Jira)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in utility, energy, or regulated industry environments is a plus
- PMP or other relevant project management certification
- Experience working within a formal PMO structure
- Knowledge of change management principles