Project Consultant

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Project Management Support

Manages the development and implementation process of SAP support services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing services.

Core tasks include:

Plans and directs schedules and may monitor budget/spending.
Monitors the project from initiation through delivery.
Organizes the interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints.

Accountability

responsible for delivery of outcome of assigned sub projects
works independently within given area of responsibility (within defined policies and processes)
contributes to milestones
Complexity
contributes and works on sub projects and activities with moderate level of complexity
work is independent & collaborative in nature
provides regular updates to manager or project manager on project status
Decisions/solutions can essentially enhance existing systems & processes
Experience
strong competence with various tools, procedures, programming languages used to accomplish the job

Communication

builds collaborative work relationships with similar functions across SAP
communicates clearly, in a way that others can understand within defined processes & policies
communicates relevant messages in a timely manner and with constructive feedback to colleagues & managers

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

The Project Consultant - Service & Support is responsible for performing a basic function in the Project Management Office of engagement(s), project(s) and/or program(s). This role may include such project roles as Project Team Lead, Project Coordinator for a larger and more strategic project or Project Manager for a small strategic project or operational project.

In the Project Team Lead capacity:

Assist the Project or Program PMO as needed by the SAP Project Manager or internal customer
Manage a sub-Project group to supervise and represent a team within a large project or program
Ensure project success (budgets, schedule, quality and business value)
Ensure proper use of methodology, tools and procedures
Assist with project coordination, planning and management as well as early escalations
Capture project metrics and ensure they are clearly communicated to the project management team

In the Project Manager capacity:

S/he is responsible for managing the project throughout its lifecycle applying skills learned as a Project Team Lead or Project Coordinator. S/he is responsible for defining, planning, tracking and managing the project in accordance with the project management methodology practices. S/he would identify required resources and collaborate with the Sponsor to set the direction required to meet the project objectives. In that capacity:
Participate in the project initiation and planning activities and manage the execution or projects according to the plan
Manage communications to internal and external stakeholders with input and guidance from the Sponsor
Lead the project team members by communicating what needs to happen and holding the team accountable for delivering on objectives
Identifying risks or issues and developing mitigation options for consideration/decision making by the Sponsor in order to maintain project momentum.

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

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SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
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EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Requisition ID: 419658 | Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.