Project Principal Consultant

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The role requires the candidate to have Proven experience as a Program / Project Manager:

Managing large scale and complex SAP Projects in – and – around Middle East (in last 3 years) from inception to timely completions

Large Team Structures – 20+ member for over 6 months in a project – in at least 3 engagements

Financial Management of projects worth 2 Mil. USD or more in at least 3 engagements

QA Gate Reviews – per implementation methodologies

Leading project management processes including planning tasks, resource allocation, risk management, time management, financial management, HR management, quality management, monitoring and reporting, documenting and record keeping

Project Governance processes – leading steering committees and advising key actions to handle smooth project execution

Capability to oversee partner-led implementations in the capacity of Trusted Advisor to the partner, client project management team, and project sponsor

Proficiency in developing and implementing effective and efficient risk/issues management methods across all projects and related topics

Ensuring the project meets internal and external customer requirements

Alignment with product management frequently on roadmap items

Management reporting internal and external

SAP Certification in Project Management Framework/Methodologies like SAP Activate

Cloud solution implementations like SuccessFactors, ARIBA, Cx, etc.

SAP Certification in at least 1 major module

PMP® certification or equivalent

The following are good to have skills

Knowledge of large-scale lift and shift projects (Rise migrations, etc.)

knowledge of Managing Cloud Implementations is preferred (SuccessFactors, Ariba, CX, FieldGlass, and Concur)

Migration of solutions from on-Prem to cloud

Knowledge of Agile methodologies related to SAP implementations

Certifications / specialization in niche areas of SAP implementation

Intense knowledge of various SAP solutions

Work experience with global SAP partners

Must have soft skills

Exceptional communication skills

Excellent team management skills

Ability to laisse with C-Level Executives

Innovative Thinking

Outstanding presentation, documentation, and presentation skills

Proficiency with project management tools used by the enterprises

Understanding of project contracts, documentation, and reviews

Fluency in English & Arabic national language

* Dubai based candidates only

We build breakthroughs together

SAP innovations help more than 400,000 customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with 200 million users and more than 100,000 employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, we build breakthroughs, together.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.

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EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Requisition ID: 386872 Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.