SAP Project Manager

Req ID: 363413 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a SAP Project Manager to join our team in Hyderabad, Telangana (IN-TG), India (IN).

Project Planning & Delivery

Lead full lifecycle SAP implementation projects from initiation to go-live and hypercare.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Manage project scope, budget, and risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business goals.

Stakeholder Management
* Act as the primary liaison between business leaders, IT teams, SAP consultants, and external vendors.
* Conduct steering committee meetings and provide project status reports.
* Manage expectations and ensure alignment between global and local stakeholders.

SAP Implementation Methodology
* Apply SAP implementation methodologies such as:
  *SAP Activate
  *ASAP Methodology
  *Agile or Hybrid approaches.

Team Leadership

* Manage cross-functional teams including:
  * SAP Functional Consultants (MM, SD, FICO, PP, QM, etc.)
  * SAP Technical Teams (ABAP, Basis, Integration)
  * Business Process Owners
* Coordinate internal teams and external implementation partners.

Risk & Issue Management

* Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.
* Track and resolve project issues and dependencies.
* Ensure change management processes are followed.

Budget & Resource Management

* Manage project financials including budget, forecasting, and resource planning.
* Monitor project costs and ensure optimal utilization of project resources.

Testing, Go-Live & Deployment

* Oversee testing phases:
  * Unit Testing
  * Integration Testing
  * User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
* Lead cutover planning and go-live execution.
* Ensure smooth transition into post-go-live support (Hypercare).

Change Management & Training

* Support business change management initiatives.
* Ensure training materials and knowledge transfer to business users.
* Manage communication across impacted business units.

Required Skills

* Strong experience managing SAP implementation projects (ECC or S/4HANA).
* Deep understanding of ERP processes across modules (FICO, MM, SD, PP, etc.).
* Experience managing large global transformation programs.
* Strong project management, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
* Familiarity with Agile and traditional project management frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

* 10–15+ years of IT or ERP project experience**.
* 5+ years managing SAP implementations**.
* Experience with multi-country SAP rollout or transformation programs.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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