Programme Director - SAP

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 1. * Develop and execute the technology delivery strategy, focusing on SAP/ERP projects to support the company’s business objectives. * Partner with senior stakeholders to understand and define technology priorities, ensuring alignment with business strategy and goals. * Act as a trusted advisor on all matters related to SAP/ERP delivery and related technology innovation. Program Management 1. * Oversee end-to-end program management of all SAP/ERP projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. * Establish and manage project timelines, budgets, resource plans, risk management frameworks, and performance metrics. * Drive alignment between IT, business functions, and third-party vendors to ensure effective delivery and ongoing support of SAP/ERP solutions. Technical Oversight 1. * Provide technical leadership and guidance across SAP/ERP initiatives, ensuring best practices in solution architecture, configuration, and integration. * Establish and enforce delivery standards, processes, and tools for efficient project management and high-quality outcomes. * Ensure that quality control processes are in place to validate that solutions meet business requirements and regulatory standards. Change Management & Business Engagement 1. * 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 1. * Proactively identify risks associated with SAP/ERP initiatives and develop mitigation plans. * 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