Our corporate client in the oil and gas industry in Cape Town is looking for the services of a (Super) SAP Project Manager with SAP Migration Projects experience to lead a lead a strategic SAP migration project, on a 6-12 months contract. On a hybrid working model 1 week on premises and 1 week work from home. The ideal candidate will oversee the migration of their existing SAP environment to a new platform, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and optimal system performance post-migration.

Non Negotiables for this role are:
This role requires a deep understanding of SAP systems, cloud and on-premises deployment strategies, and SAP best practices for migration and transformation projects.
10+ years of SAP project management experience, with at least 3 successful SAP migration projects delivered.
Strong understanding of SAP landscapes, migration methodologies, and deployment options (On-Premise, Cloud, Hybrid).
Experience with SAP S/4HANA migrations, SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud (HEC), RISE with SAP, or other cloud migration strategies.
Expertise in SAP Activate methodology, Agile, and/or Waterfall project management frameworks.
Proven track record of managing large-scale SAP transformation projects across complex enterprise environments.
Strong knowledge of SAP Basis, Data Migration, Security, Infrastructure, and Integration best practices.
Hands-on experience with cutover planning, testing, and go-live strategies.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:
Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria aligned with business goals.
Develop and maintain a detailed project plan, including timelines, milestones, risks, and resource allocation.
Lead and coordinate the SAP migration project from existing SAP landscape to new platform.
Ensure alignment with SAP best practices and compliance with relevant regulatory and security requirements.

Stakeholder & Team Management:
Collaborate with business leaders, IT teams, SAP functional and technical leads, and external partners.
Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring clear communication and accountability across business and IT stakeholders.
Act as the primary point of contact between business teams, system integrators, and other third-party service providers.

Risk & Issue Management:
Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies to ensure a smooth transition.
Proactively resolve project bottlenecks and conflicts, escalating issues when necessary.
Ensure business continuity by planning for contingencies and rollback strategies.

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance:
Oversee the technical architecture, data migration strategy, system integration, and cutover planning.
Work closely with SAP Basis, Security, and Functional teams to ensure compatibility and performance optimization.
Ensure robust testing, validation, and quality assurance activities before go-live.

Budget & Resource Management:
Manage project budget, track costs, and ensure financial accountability.
Optimize resource allocation, ensuring efficient use of internal and external expertise.

Post-Migration Support & Optimization:
Develop and execute post-migration hypercare and stabilization plans.
Ensure knowledge transfer and training for end-users and IT teams.
Continuously monitor performance and drive optimization initiatives post-go-live.
PMP, PRINCE2, or SAP Solution Manager Certifications are a plus.

Job Type:
Contract
Workplace type:
1 week on site and 1 week WFH
Location:
Western Cape
Experience Level:
Senior level