Description
Purpose of the Role
- Lead and coordinate medium‑scale SAP projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery according to defined objectives, scope, timeline and quality standards.
- Contribute to the maturity and performance of the Project Management Office (PMO) by applying best‑practice methodologies and supporting PMO initiatives when needed.
Key Result Areas / Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
- Plan, execute and control projects end‑to‑end, ensuring successful delivery within agreed scope, schedule, budget and quality criteria.
- Define project structure, approach, governance and planning, and support stakeholders in refining business requirements.
- Manage risks, issues, dependencies and scope changes, applying appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project progress using established reporting tools and ensure accurate, timely communication to sponsors and stakeholders.
- Ensure quality standards are applied consistently throughout the project lifecycle.
Stakeholder & Team Management
- Facilitate collaboration across departments and coordinate workstreams to ensure alignment and efficient execution.
- Lead project team meetings, follow-ups and decision‑making activities; ensure clear communication and accountability.
- Communicate complex information in a structured and accessible way to various stakeholder groups, including senior audiences.
Communication & Reporting
- Produce structured project reporting (status updates, dashboards, steering documents) according to PMO or organizational standards.
- Escalate issues proactively and ensure that key stakeholders remain informed of project developments.
Continuous Improvement & PMO Contribution
- Identify opportunities for process optimisation or standardisation and share best practices with the PMO.
- Contribute to the development or enhancement of project management tools, templates, methodologies or working groups.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 5–10 years of project management experience, preferably in a structured PMO or similar environment.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (written & verbal).
- Solid working knowledge of MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Planview, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent).
- Ability to work autonomously, take ownership, and drive progress with limited supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a structured and pragmatic approach.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Positive, professional attitude and ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.
Competencies
- Leadership & influence
- Critical thinking & decision‑making
- Change management awareness
- Risk management proficiency
- Stakeholder negotiation capabilities
Certifications
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- PMI CAPM / PMP
- Change Management certifications (PROSCI & ADKAR)
Tools / Technical Skills
- Has led SAP projects preferably in Finance & Insurance; experience with DRC and BPT is an asset
- Power BI or other data visualisation/reporting tools
- Experience with Confluence/Jira
Optional: Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering or related field
Optional: Soft Skills Section
- Ability to handle ambiguity
- Conflict resolution
- Strong facilitation skills
Optional: Work Environment / Expectations
- Hybrid working
- Occasional travel depending on project location
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
