The Judge Group
We are seeking a highly experienced
IT Program Manager
to lead IT and business transformation initiatives within the framework of
RISE with SAP . This role will be responsible for driving end-to-end program management across complex, cross-functional IT projects that align business processes to SAP's intelligent enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing large-scale digital transformations involving cloud migration, business process modernization, and SAP-centric architectures, with a keen ability to bridge technical and business stakeholders to deliver measurable business value.
Key Responsibilities Lead, plan, and coordinate the full lifecycle of IT and business transformation programs leveraging RISE with SAP, including design, build, deployment, and post-go-live support. Develop comprehensive program roadmaps, schedules, budgets, and resource plans that integrate multiple interdependent projects related to SAP S/4HANA migration, business process re-engineering, and cloud platform adoption. Serve as the primary liaison between IT, business units, SAP vendors, and third-party service providers to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment. Drive adoption of SAP best practices, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements across the program. Manage stakeholder expectations and communications at all levels, including steering committees and executive sponsors, providing timely program status, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies. Identify, analyze, and resolve program risks, issues, and dependencies effectively to minimize impact on delivery goals. Oversee change management activities, ensuring successful business readiness and user adoption aligned with transformation goals. Coordinate cross-functional teams comprising SAP consultants, developers, business analysts, cloud specialists, and enterprise architects. Measure program performance using appropriate KPIs and IT governance tools to continuously improve delivery processes. Ensure alignment of transformation outcomes with broader organizational objectives such as operational efficiency, scalability, and innovation enablement.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or MBA is a plus. Minimum 7 years of experience in IT program management, with at least 3 years leading enterprise-wide SAP or RISE with SAP transformation programs. Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA migration methodologies, cloud platform technologies (e.g., SAP Business Technology Platform, Azure, AWS), and related integration strategies. Proven expertise in orchestrating complex business process transformations and organizational change management. PMP, PgMP, SAP Certifications (such as SAP Certified Application Associate – RISE with SAP), or Agile/Scrum certifications are highly preferred. Exceptional leadership skills and experience managing diverse, matrixed teams in fast-paced, evolving environments. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, capable of translating technical issues into business terms. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and complex program dependencies with proven risk mitigation strategies. Experience with program management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar platforms.
IT Program Manager
to lead IT and business transformation initiatives within the framework of
RISE with SAP . This role will be responsible for driving end-to-end program management across complex, cross-functional IT projects that align business processes to SAP's intelligent enterprise solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing large-scale digital transformations involving cloud migration, business process modernization, and SAP-centric architectures, with a keen ability to bridge technical and business stakeholders to deliver measurable business value.
Key Responsibilities Lead, plan, and coordinate the full lifecycle of IT and business transformation programs leveraging RISE with SAP, including design, build, deployment, and post-go-live support. Develop comprehensive program roadmaps, schedules, budgets, and resource plans that integrate multiple interdependent projects related to SAP S/4HANA migration, business process re-engineering, and cloud platform adoption. Serve as the primary liaison between IT, business units, SAP vendors, and third-party service providers to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment. Drive adoption of SAP best practices, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements across the program. Manage stakeholder expectations and communications at all levels, including steering committees and executive sponsors, providing timely program status, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies. Identify, analyze, and resolve program risks, issues, and dependencies effectively to minimize impact on delivery goals. Oversee change management activities, ensuring successful business readiness and user adoption aligned with transformation goals. Coordinate cross-functional teams comprising SAP consultants, developers, business analysts, cloud specialists, and enterprise architects. Measure program performance using appropriate KPIs and IT governance tools to continuously improve delivery processes. Ensure alignment of transformation outcomes with broader organizational objectives such as operational efficiency, scalability, and innovation enablement.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or MBA is a plus. Minimum 7 years of experience in IT program management, with at least 3 years leading enterprise-wide SAP or RISE with SAP transformation programs. Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA migration methodologies, cloud platform technologies (e.g., SAP Business Technology Platform, Azure, AWS), and related integration strategies. Proven expertise in orchestrating complex business process transformations and organizational change management. PMP, PgMP, SAP Certifications (such as SAP Certified Application Associate – RISE with SAP), or Agile/Scrum certifications are highly preferred. Exceptional leadership skills and experience managing diverse, matrixed teams in fast-paced, evolving environments. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, capable of translating technical issues into business terms. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and complex program dependencies with proven risk mitigation strategies. Experience with program management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar platforms.