Summary: The Finance SAP Programme Manager will oversee the migration of ERP systems from Microsoft D365 to SAP S/4HANA, focusing on establishing a global integrated operating model. This role requires strong program management skills and experience in S4HANA implementation, particularly within finance modules. The position involves managing project resources, budgets, and governance structures to ensure successful project delivery. The role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of two days on-site per week, especially at the project's outset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the ERP Program team of project resources to ensure successful completion of the project in line with schedule & budget
• Controlling project planning activities associated with the migration of the ERP from Microsoft D365 to SAP S/4HANA
• Establish fit-for-purpose Program governance & risk management structures
• Sourcing & managing necessary project resources
• Controlling project schedules to ensure that necessary modules & development activities are completed according to the project plan
• Preparing project budgets, attaining necessary approvals in a timely manner & monitoring project financials & the realisation of defined project benefits
• Effectively controlling & managing the issues, risks, dependencies & changes in scope associated with large, complex IT projects
• Establishment of strategic change management strategies to streamline communications & business readiness activities
• Developing & managing vendor contracts/agreements associated with projects under management

Key Skills:

• Significant experience building & leading diverse, high-performing teams as part of Digital Transformation Projects
• Program Management experience with global exposure highly desirable
• Technology program management experience with exposure to complex, multi-platform technical environments
• Exposure to SAP technology platforms with a manufacturing focus is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of project methodologies & all aspects of the project life cycle
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills to foster collaboration & support organisational change management across geographies
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills to foster collaboration across geographies
• Ability to support significant organisational change & navigate evolving situations with flexibility
• Ability to inspire & motivate others, contributing to a positive work atmosphere

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Oxford

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT