SAP PMO-Director

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Technology

Specialism

SAP

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

In SAP programme management at PwC, you will focus on overseeing and managing large-scale SAP implementation projects within an organisation. You will work closely with business leaders, project managers, and technical teams to define project objectives, develop project plans, allocate resources, monitor progress, and mitigate risks. Working in SAP programme management, you will coordinate multiple projects, resources, and stakeholders to enable successful delivery of SAP solutions.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Job Content:

Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategic Alignment
  • Drive strategic programme management across a range of large-scale SAP S/4 Hana Implementation projects.
  • Align projects and programs with the overall strategic objectives of the organization
  • Establish strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Oversee the portfolio of projects to optimize resource allocation
• Governance and Standards
  • Focus on implementing consistent project management methodologies and ensuring the successful delivery of projects in terms of time, cost and quality. 
  • Implement best practices in programme and project management.
• Resource Management
  • Optimize the allocation of resources across projects to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Forecast resource needs and plan for skill development within the project teams.
• Project Oversight
  • Implement systems for monitoring project progress and generating regular reports for stakeholders
  • Oversee the identification, analysis, and management of project issues and risks.
• Project Methodologies
  • Choose and implement appropriate project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) based on project requirements
  • Provide training and guidance on project management methodologies to project managers and teams.
• Performance Metrics
  • Define and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and performance of projects.
  • Conduct benchmarking against industry standards to identify areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Develop communication plans to keep stakeholders informed about project progress, changes, and challenges.
  • Provide concise and relevant updates to executive leadership.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Establish mechanisms for gathering feedback from project teams to identify areas for improvement.
  • Continuously optimize project management processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Training and Development
  •  Identify skill gaps within project teams and implement training programs to address them.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to project managers and team members.
• People Management
  • Build a team from the ground up including involvement in recruitment, selection and onboarding
  • Lead teams to create a vision, coach and motivate team members to support an atmosphere of trust, diverse perspectives, creativity, and innovation. Additionally, shape broader decisions on talent strategy and talent development
  • Build a culture in alignment with our values
  • Collaborate and partner across practices to collectively win and deliver complex engagements

Impact:

High degree of independence and influence over the Center partners and staff in the execution of the SAP delivery strategy. This role has Firm wide impact with global implications. The Leader is expected to establish and execute the activities that enable the behaviors, structures, systems and competencies required for the Firm to build a successful operating model. This individual must be an enabler and mission led and have the viewpoint and experience to work with other leaders in our business in ensuring effective operation of the model.

The role of a SAP PMO Director is pivotal in ensuring that an organization’s projects and initiatives are executed successfully, aligned with strategic objectives, and contribute to overall business success. The manager must possess a diverse set of skills, from leadership and communication to project management expertise and adaptability. By navigating challenges and implementing project management best practices, he/she can play a transformative role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s project management processes, ultimately contributing to its long-term success.

Professional and Educational Background:

• 20  years’ experience with strong background in Delivery Management, managing SAP Implementation programs
• Demonstrate thought leadership in driving program strategy, planning, execution and delivery ensuring alignment with the organizational goals and objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Technology or related field.
• Experience on program management tools like MS Project, JIRA. ADO etc
• Project Management certifications like PMP, SAP Activate or SAFE Agile is good to have.   

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills Preferred:

• Leadership:
  • Strategic Vision: Ability to align the PMO with the organization’s strategic goals.
  • Strong motivation to build a practice from the ground up
  • Demonstrates proven thorough abilities and success as a team leader: creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations and respecting the work-life quality of team members; providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and keeping leadership informed of progress and issues. Mentoring junior staff members
  • Thought leader level abilities in delivering complex engagements that are digital-led process, functional and/ or enterprise-level transformation
• Communication:
  • Demonstrate proven thorough ability to utilize effectively written, verbal, and presentation business communication skills when interacting with clients and firm staff and/or management in a professional services business environment, including articulating technical concepts to business stakeholders and driving development efforts with clients.
  • Strong stakeholder management and story-telling skills to communicate, facilitate and present cogently to, and across all levels of audiences within client organization, engagement teams, internal staff and management
• Analytical Skills:
  • Data Analysis: Analyze project data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Problem-Solving: Address complex problems and make informed decisions.
• Project Management Expertise:
  • Project Lifecycle Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies and project lifecycles.
  • Risk Management: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Demonstrate proven experience in managing large scale SAP S/4 HANA implementation programs
  • Project Management Tools: Familiarity with project management tools and technologies.
  • Data Management: Understanding of data governance and management principles.
• Adaptability:
  • Appreciation and passion for design-thinking, critical problem solving and a curiosity for understanding the latest in business + technology
  • Agile Mindset: Adaptability to changing project requirements and business priorities.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging project management practices.

Additional Information:

• Travel Requirements: Travel to client locations may be required as per project requirements
• Line of Service: Advisory
• Horizontal: SAP
• Designation: Director
• Location: Bangalore, Hyderabad & Mumbai

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Benefits Realization Management, Business Case Development, Business Communications, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Continuous Process Improvement, Creativity, Cross-Functional Team Coordination, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Goal Alignment, Inclusion, Influence, Innovation, Intellectual Curiosity, Jira Software, Learning Agility, Microsoft Project, Optimism {+ 32 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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