PM Project Manager SAP FMCG Full-Lifecycle Programmes Prince2

PM Project Manager SAP FMCG Full-Lifecycle Programmes Prince2

Project
All region centralization of purchasing and procurement activities. Within this global change a complex IT landscape must be harmonized and new business organizational units must be included in IT. More information will be provided on specifics regarding this program if a candidate is requested for an interview.

Description of activities
For a program we are looking for a Project Manager to manage the following activities:
Deliverables tracking for multi stream (Flight) SAP heavy program.
Align with suppliers and internal stakeholders to coordinate, independent teams working on overlapping deliverables to achieve on time delivery.
Provide detailed management reports of status and requirements to key business players.

More to be detailed upon selection of candidates. Candidates will be selected based off of the specific experience criteria.

Period secondment
Required start date: 08-12-2014
Period of secondment: 3
Months plus extension Required availability (hours per week): 40h initially

Specific experience

Hard:-
Managed a SAP programme in the excess of 1 mio, with 3+ sub-projects
Managed excess from multiple vendors, including outsourcing
8+ years of relevant experience
4+ Full life cycle SAP programmes
Experience within the FMCG/Retail/Foods industry

Soft:-
Ruthless focus on execution/delivery, with follow-through and demonstrated capability of implementing the organization to deliver on this
Completer finisher, manages in the details
Thrives in ambiguity, self starter, self manager, can set priorities, organization capabilities
Brings energy to the team
Strategic and tactical planner and thinker
Politically savvy
Strong in communication

Required knowledge (general)
Comprehensive knowledge of project management concepts, processes and techniques including PRINCE II
Demonstrated strong issue/problem resolution abilities - ability to think creatively and systematically to resolve issues
Strong stakeholder/relationship management - good relationships in place with key individuals in local operating companies (ability to get things done')
Demonstrated challenging approach - ability to challenge team on best approach, whether the timescales are appropriate and whether client's business interests are adequately safeguarded
Experience in procurement/supply chain organizations, preferably in the FMCG industry.

Understanding of the Commodities marketplace, including complexity in regulatory requirements

Languages (*): Dutch 1 English 1