Integration Planning: Develop detailed integration plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and milestones for SAP integration with third-party applications across the group of companies, including regional offices
System Configuration: Manage and oversee SAP systems and third-party applications to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.
Data Mapping: Perform data mapping and transformation to ensure accurate data flow between SAP and third-party applications.
Testing and Validation: Conduct integration testing and validation to ensure seamless connectivity and functionality.
Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues promptly to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
Project Delivery –
Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and budgets for technology deployment projects across the group
Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure project milestones are met.
Task Coordination: Coordinate daily tasks and activities of project teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
Progress Monitoring: Monitor project progress regularly, identifying any deviations from the plan and implementing corrective actions.
Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
Cross-functional Coordination –
Team Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration between various departments, including IT, marketing, and customer service, to ensure successful project execution and integration.
Meeting Facilitation: Organize and lead regular project meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and align on next steps.
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure their needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
Risk Management –
Risk Identification: Identify potential risks and issues that could impact project delivery or integration.
Mitigation Strategies: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of identified risks.
Contingency Planning: Prepare contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges and ensure project continuity.
Stakeholder Communication –
Status Reporting: Provide regular status reports to senior stakeholders, highlighting project progress, risks, and issues.
Feedback Collection: Collect feedback from stakeholders to ensure their expectations are met and to identify areas for improvement.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including process flows, gap analysis, and procedures.
Documentation –
Process Documentation: Document integration processes, including configuration settings, data mappings, and testing procedures.
Project Documentation: Prepare and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes.
Knowledge Sharing: Share documentation and knowledge with project teams and stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge-
SAP Systems: Functional and/or technical knowledge of SAP systems, not limited to SAP S/4HANA, SAP Integration Suite, and SAP Business Technology Platform.
Integration Technologies: Familiarity with integration technologies and tools, such as APIs, middleware, and data integration hubs.
Project Management: Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
Business Acumen: Understanding or experience in manufacturing business processes and operating environment an added advantage
Technical Background –
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project management and SAP, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
Soft Skills –
Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and external partners to achieve project goals.
Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to manage changing project requirements and priorities.