Senior SAP Programme Manager

SUMMARY:
Lead large-scale SAP programmes and projects, including S/4HANA and/or ECC implementations, upgrades

POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a very senior, hands-on SAP Technical Programme / Project Manager to lead complex, large-scale SAP initiatives across retail, eCommerce, supply chain, warehousing, and logistics.

This role requires a hard-core delivery leader with deep SAP programme experience, capable of operating in a high-pressure retail trading environment where timelines are fixed and business impact is significant.

The successful candidate will be accountable for end-to-end delivery, from strategy and planning through execution, cutover, go-live, and stabilisation.

Key Responsibilities

SAP Programme & Project Delivery

• Lead large-scale SAP programmes and projects, including S/4HANA and/or ECC implementations, upgrades, migrations, and integrations.

• Own end-to-end delivery accountability across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.

• Drive complex multi-stream SAP initiatives, coordinating functional, technical, data, and integration workstreams.

• Manage cutover, go-live, and hypercare phases to ensure business continuity in a retail trading environment.

Retail, eCommerce & Supply Chain Enablement

• Deliver SAP-enabled solutions supporting:

  • Retail operations

  • eCommerce platforms

  • Supply chain, warehousing, and logistics

• Ensure tight integration between SAP and downstream operational systems (e.g. eCommerce platforms, WMS, logistics systems).

• Work closely with business stakeholders to ensure solutions support order fulfilment, stock availability, promotions, and customer experience.

Hands-On Delivery Leadership

• Operate in a hands-on senior delivery role, not just governance oversight.

• Actively manage RAID, dependencies, delivery risks, and issue resolution.

• Step into programme recovery or turnaround situations where required.

• Maintain delivery momentum in fast-paced, deadline-driven retail environments.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Engage and influence senior business and executive stakeholders across IT, supply chain, logistics, and retail operations.

• Manage multiple systems integrators, SAP vendors, and third-party partners.

• Drive strong delivery governance, transparent reporting, and clear escalation paths.

Governance & Reporting

• Establish and maintain robust programme governance frameworks.

• Provide clear, concise executive-level reporting on progress, risks, financials, and milestones.

• Ensure adherence to project management standards and delivery best practices.

Required Experience & Skill