SAP Programme Manager

Activities:
Deliverables tracking for multi stream (Flight) SAP heavy program.
Align with suppliers and internal stakeholders to coordinate large, independent teams working on overlapping deliverables to achieve on time delivery.
Provide detailed management reports of status and requirements to key business players.

Experience (Must-have):
Managed a SAP programme in the excess of 50 mln, with 10+ sub-projects
Managed excess of 80 people from multiple vendors, including outsourcing (=must!)
10+ years of relevant experience
4+ Full life cycle SAP programmes

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

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
Understanding of the Commodities marketplace, including complexity in regulatory requirements