International Erosion Control Association
SAP Optimization Project Manager
International Erosion Control Association, Novi, Michigan, United States, 48377
Job Title:
SAP Optimization Project Manager
Role Overview The SAP Optimization Project Manager is responsible for leading and governing SAP optimization, enhancement, and stabilization initiatives across manufacturing and plant environments. This role focuses on enhancing existing SAP processes, improving system performance, ensuring data quality, and promoting user adoption, rather than undertaking greenfield implementations. The Project Manager serves as the primary coordination point between IT, business stakeholders, plant leadership, and external partners, while supporting pre-work activities as the organization finalizes broader ERP platform decisions, including SAP and limited Oracle environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead SAP optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and plant operations
Manage project planning, scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including SAP functional consultants, technical teams, business process owners, and plant users
Drive process standardization and optimization within existing SAP landscapes
Support pre-work activities, including current-state assessments, gap analysis, data readiness, and process cleanup
Oversee SAP system enhancements, upgrades, and post go-live stabilization activities
Ensure alignment between business requirements and SAP solution design
Govern change management, cutover planning, and user readiness activities
Monitor KPIs related to SAP system performance, data quality, and process efficiency
Facilitate workshops, status meetings, and executive steering updates
Ensure adherence to project governance, documentation standards, and quality controls
Act as an escalation point for project issues and risks, ensuring timely resolution
Coordinate as needed with adjacent Oracle ERP environments during transition or assessment phases
Required Experience and Skills
8 or more years of experience managing SAP projects in manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong experience with SAP optimization, enhancements, or post-implementation support
Solid understanding of SAP modules including PP, MM, SD, WM, QM, FI, and CO
Proven experience working on site in manufacturing plants or operational facilities
Strong governance, stakeholder management, and execution skills
Experience supporting multi-site or global SAP environments
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable SAP initiatives
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SAP ECC stabilization and or SAP S 4 HANA optimization
Exposure to Oracle ERP environments in manufacturing settings
Background in automotive, industrial manufacturing, or supply chain-driven organizations
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Experience working with system integrators and third-party vendors
Work Environment
Predominantly on-site at manufacturing or plant locations
Close collaboration with plant leadership, operations, and IT teams
Fast-paced environment with strong focus on execution, stability, and measurable outcomes
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SAP Optimization Project Manager
Role Overview The SAP Optimization Project Manager is responsible for leading and governing SAP optimization, enhancement, and stabilization initiatives across manufacturing and plant environments. This role focuses on enhancing existing SAP processes, improving system performance, ensuring data quality, and promoting user adoption, rather than undertaking greenfield implementations. The Project Manager serves as the primary coordination point between IT, business stakeholders, plant leadership, and external partners, while supporting pre-work activities as the organization finalizes broader ERP platform decisions, including SAP and limited Oracle environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead SAP optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and plant operations
Manage project planning, scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including SAP functional consultants, technical teams, business process owners, and plant users
Drive process standardization and optimization within existing SAP landscapes
Support pre-work activities, including current-state assessments, gap analysis, data readiness, and process cleanup
Oversee SAP system enhancements, upgrades, and post go-live stabilization activities
Ensure alignment between business requirements and SAP solution design
Govern change management, cutover planning, and user readiness activities
Monitor KPIs related to SAP system performance, data quality, and process efficiency
Facilitate workshops, status meetings, and executive steering updates
Ensure adherence to project governance, documentation standards, and quality controls
Act as an escalation point for project issues and risks, ensuring timely resolution
Coordinate as needed with adjacent Oracle ERP environments during transition or assessment phases
Required Experience and Skills
8 or more years of experience managing SAP projects in manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong experience with SAP optimization, enhancements, or post-implementation support
Solid understanding of SAP modules including PP, MM, SD, WM, QM, FI, and CO
Proven experience working on site in manufacturing plants or operational facilities
Strong governance, stakeholder management, and execution skills
Experience supporting multi-site or global SAP environments
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable SAP initiatives
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SAP ECC stabilization and or SAP S 4 HANA optimization
Exposure to Oracle ERP environments in manufacturing settings
Background in automotive, industrial manufacturing, or supply chain-driven organizations
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Experience working with system integrators and third-party vendors
Work Environment
Predominantly on-site at manufacturing or plant locations
Close collaboration with plant leadership, operations, and IT teams
Fast-paced environment with strong focus on execution, stability, and measurable outcomes
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