SAP Project Manager

Our Toronto based client is seeking an SAP Project Manager to join their organization on a permanent full-time basis. This will be a hybrid work setting. The Project Manager will work with internal and external stakeholder closely to manage project progress, resolve issues, and ensure the project aligns with strategic business objectives.

• Our ideal candidate is a results-driven professional with extensive experience in SAP implementations, particularly in PPDS and IBP, who possesses a strong blend of business acumen and technical expertise.
• Min. 8 years of project delivery experience, with at least 3 years of experience as a Project Manager leading SAP S / 4HANA implementations.
• Minimum of 2 years of SAP ERP implementation experience in the manufacturing industries is required, experience in Food and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industries would be an asset.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S / 4HANA Rise, particularly in modules such as Production Planning (PP) / Detailed Scheduling (DS), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
• Strong business acumen and technical expertise to lead implementation efforts for a team of 40 IT team members and 6 dedicated to the SAP project.
• Proven experience in large-scale SAP implementations (PPDS, IBP preferred).
• Ability to collaborate across teams and align business objectives with technical solutions.
• Strong leadership, deep knowledge of SAP systems and business processes, and effective communication skills to collaborate across multiple teams and departments.
• Ensure alignment of implementation strategy, project plan, work plan, and budget with business goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with third-party integrator & the project team to define, maintain, and control the project scope preventing scope creep.
• Lead the issue resolution process, ensuring prompt and effective solutions to obstacles impacting the project timeline or quality.
• Provide updates to the Steering Committee, Project Sponsor, and relevant stakeholders on project status, risks, and issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the project team, business stakeholders, and third-party partners / service providers and ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Collaborate with business leaders to ensure that business processes are well understood and supported by SAP solutions.
• Act as a champion for SAP Best Practices, ensuring that the project team and steering committee adhere to industry-standard methodologies.
• Partner with the change management team to seamlessly integrate project outcomes with organizational change initiatives.
• Plan & coordinate and manage the delivery of SAP S / 4HANA implementation to maximize results and adoption by end users.
• Facilitate the timely completion of project deliverables, ensuring that each phase meets established requirements and obtains appropriate sign-off.
• Work closely with the integrator to facilitate system configuration & integration, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.
• Drive adherence to SAP best practices, ensuring that SAP functionalities are used to their maximum potential for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure the implementation of training programs for key users, empowering the organization to successfully adopt new systems and processes.
• Proactively identify potential project deviations and implement corrective actions as necessary to stay on track.
• Track and manage issues across the project, ensuring they are addressed in a timely manner and documented accordingly.
• Facilitate issue resolution meetings and maintain a risk register to track potential challenges.
• Encourage the identification and implementation of process improvements and efficiencies throughout the SAP implementation lifecycle.
• Share knowledge and lessons learned with the project team to improve future project delivery.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Project Management Certifications (CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2, M_o_P, PfMP, PgMP, PMI-RCP, or other) are an asset.
• Experience with SAP integration technologies (e.g., PI / PO, Web Services, EDI) is an asset.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex project environment with multiple interdependencies across teams, and business units.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to managing project risks and issues.
• Ability to foster a collaborative working environment and ensure alignment between business needs and SAP capabilities.
• Must be legally authorized to work in CANADA.