Senior SAP Program ManagerThe Senior SAP Program Manager leads complex, multi-workstream SAP initiatives across the enterprise, ensuring strategic alignment, disciplined execution, and measurable business outcomes. This role oversees full lifecycle SAP programs from roadmap and design through deployment, stabilization, and continuous improvement while managing cross-functional teams, executive stakeholders, system integrators, and global business partners.Program and Project LeadershipDirect large-scale SAP programs (S/4HANA or hybrid landscapes) with multiple integrated projects and global stakeholdersDefine program governance, delivery methodology, and execution standards (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)Develop and manage program plans, budgets, resource models, and risk frameworksEnsure alignment between business strategy, SAP roadmap, and enterprise architectureStakeholder and Executive ManagementServe as the primary liaison between business leadership, IT leadership, and implementation partnersFacilitate steering committees, executive updates, and decision-making forumsTranslate complex SAP concepts into clear, actionable information for non-technical audiencesVendor and Partner OversightManage system integrators, consulting partners, and third-party vendors to ensure quality, accountability, and contract complianceDrive performance through SLAs, KPIs, and structured governanceFinancial & Vendor ManagementManage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reportingOversee vendor relationships, SOWs, and performance of system integrators or consulting partnersSolution Delivery and Quality AssuranceOversee requirements, solution design, configuration, testing, data migration, cutover, and hyper careEnsure adherence to SAP best practices, security standards, and compliance requirements (SOX, GxP, etc., depending on industry)Champion change management, training, and adoption strategiesRisk, Issue and Change ControlProactively identify risks, dependencies, and cross-functional impactsLead structured mitigation planning and escalation managementMaintain rigorous change control processes to protect scope, timeline, and budgetEducation and ExperienceTechnical & Functional Expertise10+ years managing SAP programs or large SAP transformation projectsUnderstanding of SAP modules (e.g., FI/CO, MM, SD, PP) and integration pointsExperience with S/4HANA migrations, greenfield/brownfield implementations, or multi-phase rolloutsLeadership & Delivery SkillsProven ability to lead cross-functional teams of 30+ resources across business, IT, and vendor groupsStrong command of project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, SAP Activate preferred)Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive-level presentation skillsBusiness AcumenExperience in industries such as manufacturing and automotiveAbility to connect SAP capabilities to business value, process optimization, and operational outcomesEducation & CertificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related fieldPMP, PgMP, Agile/Scrum certifications, or SAP Activate certification strongly preferredThe above statements describe the general nature and level of the work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of an employee in this position. Job duties and functions can change at any time and Voltava reserves the right to require other duties as needed without revision to this document.