IT Project Manager

Pay range: 125-135/hr
*depending on experience

Project Overview:
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager (Consultant Contractor) to lead a 12-15-month SAP S/4HANA ERP implementation project, with a focus on Finance, Supply Chain Management, and enterprise system integrations. This role will drive execution from planning through go-live, ensuring the solution meets both technical and business requirements.

? Key Responsibilities:
ERP Program Leadership • Lead the full project lifecycle of the SAP S/4HANA implementation, focusing on core functional areas including Finance and Supply Chain Management. • Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets across business and IT stakeholders. • Coordinate internal teams, external SAP consultants, and integration partners to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
Integration Management • Drive the planning, design, and implementation of integrations between SAP S/4HANA and surrounding systems (e.g., CRM, MES, WMS, legacy platforms). • Collaborate with architects and technical teams to define integration requirements, data flows, and performance standards. • Oversee integration testing, issue resolution, and cutover readiness.

Execution & Oversight
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, risk logs, decision registers, and status reports. • Facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues and escalate project risks as necessary. • Ensure functional and technical deliverables support end-to-end business processes across Finance and Supply Chain.

Change & Communication
• Support change management, stakeholder engagement, and training efforts. • Lead communication plans to keep executives and key users informed throughout the implementation lifecycle. • Oversee cutover planning, go-live support, and transition to operational support teams.

Required Qualifications:
• 6+ years of IT project management experience, including at least 2-3 full lifecycle SAP ERP Private Cloud implementations.
• Hands-on experience managing SAP implementations specifically covering:
• Finance modules and related business processes
• Supply Chain Management, including procurement, inventory, production planning, and order fulfillment
• System integrations between SAP and enterprise applications
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-complexity enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of SAP Activate or equivalent implementation methodology. • Excellent stakeholder communication, vendor coordination, and executive reporting skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet). Preferred Qualifications:
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification.
• SAP S/4HANA certifications or demonstrated expertise in SAP FI, MM, SD, or PP modules.
• Experience with integration platforms such as SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP CPI, or Informatica.
• Prior experience in regulated or manufacturing industries (e.g., life sciences, pharma).