SAP S/4HANA Project Manager

SAP S/4HANA Program Manager – Transformation Leadership Role
Location: Boise, Idahi (ONSITE)
Rate: $70 - $80 per hour (W2 Preferred)
Job Type: Contract, 6 Months +

Our client is seeking a highly experienced SAP S/4HANA Program Manager to lead large-scale transformation engagements, with a primary focus on the successful planning, execution, and delivery of SAP S/4HANA initiatives.

This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex enterprise environments and has a strong command of SAP ACTIVATE methodology and program governance best practices.

The role requires full onsite presence, offering the opportunity to work closely with stakeholders and delivery teams to manage risks, align objectives, and ensure successful program outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end program management of SAP S/4HANA transformation projects, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery across all phases.

- Own the full lifecycle of complex enterprise transformation initiatives—scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder management.

- Apply and enforce TCS’ delivery methodology, with an emphasis on SAP ACTIVATE best practices.

- Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and client stakeholders to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and ensure consistent delivery of milestones.

- Manage and report program-level metrics, issues, risks, and deliverables, maintaining clear executive-level visibility.

- Ensure alignment between business objectives, program goals, and technical execution.

Key Requirements:

- Proven leadership experience managing large-scale SAP transformation programs, including SAP S/4HANA implementations.

- Strong familiarity with SAP ACTIVATE methodology and associated tools.

- Demonstrated success in delivering complex enterprise programs on time and within budget.

- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills at executive and operational levels.

- Deep understanding of SAP project phases (Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, Run).

- Ability to manage multiple workstreams, vendors, and globally distributed teams.

- Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage program interdependencies and risks.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

- 12+ years of project/program management experience, with a minimum of 5 years in SAP transformation leadership.

- Led at least one full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementation as Program Manager.

- Experienced in managing large transformation budgets and executive-level reporting.

- Skilled in SAP ACTIVATE and/or other SAP-aligned methodologies (e.g., ASAP, Agile hybrid).

- Comfortable working 100% onsite with internal stakeholders, partners, and delivery teams.

- Industry experience in manufacturing, retail, or supply chain sectors would be advantageous.