Description

Senior Principal - Business Consulting (SAP Program Manager)
We are seeking an experienced SAP Technical Program Manager at Senior Principal level to lead large scale SAP S/4HANA transformation and upgrade programs. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in managing complex SAP programs, including both S/4HANA Brownfield, Hybrid and Greenfield initiatives, with strong technical governance and delivery leadership.
This role requires a strategic leader who can drive end-to-end program execution, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery aligned with business outcomes and value realization.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end SAP S/4HANA transformation programs, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards
• Manage multiple workstreams (functional, technical, data, integration, testing, cutover) across globally distributed teams
• Drive program governance including SteerCo updates, risk management, issue resolution, and milestone tracking
• Ensure alignment with SAP Activate methodology and enterprise delivery frameworks

Technical Program Oversight

• Provide technical oversight across:
  • SAP S/4 Conversion (Brownfield and Hybrid)
  • Greenfield implementation architectures
  • Integration landscapes (SAP & non-SAP)
  • Data migration strategies and execution
• Collaborate closely with enterprise architects, BASIS, development, and integration teams

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Act as the primary interface with executive stakeholders, CIOs, and business leadership
• Drive decision-making forums and ensure alignment across IT and business functions
• Provide proactive communication on risks, mitigation plans, and program status

Tools & Innovation

• Leverage tools such as:
  • SAP Signavio for process discovery, design, and optimization
  • Selective Data Transformation tools for program acceleration
• Promote adoption of automation, accelerators, and best practices to enhance delivery efficiency

Risk & Quality Management

• Establish strong QA governance across key deliverables (RTM, design docs, testing, data, cutover)
• Identify and mitigate program risks, dependencies, and integration challenges
• Ensure compliance with enterprise standards and audit requirements

Mandatory Qualifications

• Experience:
  • Minimum 10+ years of SAP program delivery experience
  • Consulting experience is a must.
  • Proven track record as a Program/Project Manager in large SAP transformations
  • Hands-on experience in:
    • At least 1 SAP S/4HANA Brownfield (System Conversion) program full life cycle
    • At least 2 SAP S/4HANA Greenfield full lifecycle implementations
    • Familiarity with cloud transformations (RISE with SAP, hyperscalers)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in two or more industries like Life Sciences, CPG, Manufacturing, Utilities, etc
• Strong exposure to value realization frameworks and KPI-driven delivery
• SAP or program management certifications (e.g., PMP, SAP Activate)

Leadership & Behavioral Skills

• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional, and global teams
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• High focus on quality, governance, and business outcomes

Estimated annual compensation will be $185,140 CAD - $277,480 CAD
Please note that the final role and salary proposal will be based on various factors, including but not limited to your technical skillset, professional seniority, and market demand for these skills. We reserve the right to potentially offer you a different role. If a different role is proposed, a new compensation range will be shared."