Bristlecone
SAP Program Manager - S/4HANA 2023 Brownfield Migration (RISE with SAP, AWS)
We are seeking a seasoned
SAP Program Manager
to lead a complex
Brownfield migration
from
SAP ERP 6.0 EhP7 on HANA DB
to
SAP S/4HANA 2023 Private Cloud Edition (PCE)
under the
RISE with SAP
framework, hosted on
AWS . This role will be responsible for end-to-end program delivery, including planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder alignment, ensuring a seamless transformation aligned with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead the full lifecycle of the SAP S/4HANA Brownfield migration program, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines. Establish and manage a robust
program governance model
to drive decision-making, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication. Oversee program scope, schedule, budget, and quality using
hybrid project management methodologies
(Agile/Waterfall). Collaborate with SAP, hyperscaler (AWS), and system integrators to ensure compliance with
RISE with SAP
standards and best practices. Monitor program performance using
Earned Value Management (EVM)
and other KPIs to ensure delivery within scope and budget. Identify and mitigate risks across technical, operational, and organizational domains; develop contingency plans as needed. Ensure effective resource planning and utilization across internal teams and external vendors. Provide regular executive-level reporting on program status, milestones, risks, and financials. Drive change management and business readiness activities to support adoption and minimize disruption. Ensure compliance with internal frameworks (e.g., Danaher Business System or equivalent) and industry standards. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of SAP program/project management experience , with at least
5 years leading S/4HANA transformation programs . Proven experience managing
Brownfield migrations
and
RISE with SAP
engagements. Strong understanding of
SAP ERP 6.0 ,
S/4HANA architecture ,
HANA DB , and
cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred) . Experience working with global teams, system integrators, and hyperscalers. Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with C-level stakeholders. Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar program budgets. Preferred Skills: SAP Activate methodology certification. PMP or equivalent project management certification. Familiarity with tools like SAP Solution Manager, Jira, MS Project, and ServiceNow. Experience in regulated industries (e.g., life sciences, manufacturing) is a plus.
SAP Program Manager
to lead a complex
Brownfield migration
from
SAP ERP 6.0 EhP7 on HANA DB
to
SAP S/4HANA 2023 Private Cloud Edition (PCE)
under the
RISE with SAP
framework, hosted on
AWS . This role will be responsible for end-to-end program delivery, including planning, execution, governance, and stakeholder alignment, ensuring a seamless transformation aligned with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead the full lifecycle of the SAP S/4HANA Brownfield migration program, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines. Establish and manage a robust
program governance model
to drive decision-making, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication. Oversee program scope, schedule, budget, and quality using
hybrid project management methodologies
(Agile/Waterfall). Collaborate with SAP, hyperscaler (AWS), and system integrators to ensure compliance with
RISE with SAP
standards and best practices. Monitor program performance using
Earned Value Management (EVM)
and other KPIs to ensure delivery within scope and budget. Identify and mitigate risks across technical, operational, and organizational domains; develop contingency plans as needed. Ensure effective resource planning and utilization across internal teams and external vendors. Provide regular executive-level reporting on program status, milestones, risks, and financials. Drive change management and business readiness activities to support adoption and minimize disruption. Ensure compliance with internal frameworks (e.g., Danaher Business System or equivalent) and industry standards. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of SAP program/project management experience , with at least
5 years leading S/4HANA transformation programs . Proven experience managing
Brownfield migrations
and
RISE with SAP
engagements. Strong understanding of
SAP ERP 6.0 ,
S/4HANA architecture ,
HANA DB , and
cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred) . Experience working with global teams, system integrators, and hyperscalers. Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with C-level stakeholders. Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar program budgets. Preferred Skills: SAP Activate methodology certification. PMP or equivalent project management certification. Familiarity with tools like SAP Solution Manager, Jira, MS Project, and ServiceNow. Experience in regulated industries (e.g., life sciences, manufacturing) is a plus.