United Global Consortium - UGC
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Job details:
SAP Project Manager (Public cloud). Kindly share technically evaluated profiles at least 1-2 profiles:
Project Requirements:
· Relevant Experience – SAP Project Manager: 5-7 years
· Mode of Hire: Permanent
· Project Location: Hyderabad location (candidate should be open to travel with PAN India)
· Project Start Date: Immediate- 1 Week
· Budget: (based on candidate experience & expertise)
· Interview Rounds: 3
· Open positions: 1
SAP Project Manager (SAP Public Cloud Implementation) JD:
We are seeking an experienced SAP Project Manager to lead the end-to-end implementation of SAP Public Cloud solutions for a leading Indian university. The role requires strong expertise in managing large-scale SAP transformation programs, particularly cloud-based ERP implementations, along with stakeholder management in academic environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead the complete lifecycle of SAP Public Cloud implementation (RISE with SAP / S/4HANA Public Cloud).
Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with university business goals.
Ensure successful execution across phases: discovery, fit-gap, design, build, testing, deployment, and hypercare.
Manage project governance, risk mitigation, and issue resolution.
Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary interface between university leadership, functional teams, and implementation partners.
Collaborate with academic, administrative, finance, HR, and IT departments.
Conduct steering committee meetings and provide regular progress reports.
Program & Resource Management
Manage cross-functional SAP teams (functional, technical, Basis, security, integration).
Coordinate with vendors, SI partners, and third-party consultants.
Drive resource planning, budgeting, and cost control.
SAP Public Cloud Expertise
Ensure best practices for SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud adoption.
Drive fit-to-standard approach minimizing customizations.
Oversee integrations with third-party systems (e.g., LMS, student systems).
Quality & Compliance
Ensure adherence to SAP Activate methodology.
Govern testing cycles (SIT, UAT) and ensure quality deliverables.
Manage data migration, security, and compliance requirements.
Change Management & Adoption
Lead organizational change management initiatives.
Drive training programs and end-user adoption across university departments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
10 years of overall experience with at least 5+ years in SAP project/program management.
Proven track record in full-cycle SAP implementation projects, preferably S/4HANA Public Cloud.
Experience in education sector/ public sector implementations is highly desirable.
Technical & Functional Knowledge
Strong understanding of SAP modules like Finance (FICO), Procurement (MM), HR (SuccessFactors), and Student Lifecycle Management (preferred).
Knowledge of SAP Cloud architecture, integration (API, CPI), and SaaS deployments.
Familiarity with Agile / hybrid methodologies.
Project Management Skills
Expertise in project planning, scheduling, financial tracking, and risk management.
Hands-on experience with SAP Activate methodology.
Strong documentation and governance skills.
Soft Skills
Excellent stakeholder communication and presentation skills.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Ability to work in a multi-stakeholder academic environment.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology / Computer Science or related field.
MBA or relevant postgraduate degree preferred.
SAP Certification (S/4HANA / Project Management) and/or PMP / PRINCE2 certification is an advantage.
Preferred Experience
Experience working with Indian universities, higher education institutions, or government bodies.
Exposure to large digital transformation initiatives.
Experience in cloud ERP adoption programs.
Key Success Metrics
On-time, on-budget delivery of SAP Public Cloud implementation.
User adoption and satisfaction levels.
System stability post go-live.
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