SAP Project Manager
Title: Project Manager Location: 417 E Water St., Urbana, OH 43078 Company: Bundy Baking Solutions Reports to: CFO Project Manager - SAP (B1) An SAP Business One (B1) Implementation Project Manager is responsible for leading the comprehensive deployment of SAP B1 ERP solutions across multiple small to mid-sized locations globally. This role combines strategic project oversight with in-depth functional knowledge of SAP B1 modules to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with client business requirements. Core Responsibilities Project Planning & Strategy: Develop detailed project plans that include timelines, resource allocation, and budget management. Business Process Mapping: Analyze current ("As-Is") business processes and design future ("To-Be") solutions within the SAP B1 environment. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and steering committees to manage expectations and resolve conflicts. Implementation Oversight: Lead critical phases such as system blueprinting, data migration, configuration, and integration with third-party tools (e.g., inventory management or user portals). Quality & Risk Management: Proactively identify potential risks, implement strategies to mitigate them, and ensure that all deliverables meet global quality standards and compliance requirements. Testing & Go-Live: Coordinate User Acceptance Testing, oversee the "Go-Live" transition, and provide immediate support following implementation ("hypercare"). Training: Organize and facilitate training sessions for end-users and client project teams to ensure successful system adoption. Key Skills and Experience Technical Expertise: Extensive experience with SAP Business One or similar SAP platforms and related ecosystem tools on a global scale. Methodology Knowledge: Proficiency in project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, or SAP Activate. Functional Awareness: Strong understanding of core business processes, including Finance, Purchasing, Logistics, and Production Planning. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Scope Creep: Managing requests for additional features that may affect the budget and timeline. Keeping the project on course and from mission drift. Data Integrity: Ensuring that legacy data is cleaned and accurately migrated to the new system. Integration Complexity: Coordinating technical requirements for connecting SAP B1 with existing legacy systems or newer cloud services. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology, project management, or a related field.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification, along with relevant SAP certifications, preferred but not required.
- 8+ years of experience managing SAP implementation, upgrading, or enhancement projects on a global scale.
- Solid understanding of SAP modules and implementation methodologies. SAP B1 preferred.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and issue logs
- Experience collaborating with SAP functional and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery
- Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines.
- Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., SAP Solution Manager, Microsoft Project).
- Management of other projects, programs, and portfolios as needed.
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