Thoucentric - S/4 HANA Migration Project Manager - Agile/Scrum Methodologies - Mumbai, India - Thoucentric Technology Pvt. Ltd.

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About us :

Thoucentric is the Consulting arm of Xoriant, a prominent digital engineering services company with 5000+ employees. We are headquartered in Bangalore with presence across multiple locations in India, US, UK, Singapore & Australia Globally.

As the Consulting business of Xoriant, We help clients with Business Consulting, Program & Project Management, Digital Transformation, Product Management, Process & Technology Solutioning and Execution including Analytics & Emerging Tech areas cutting across functional areas such as Supply Chain, Finance & HR, Sales & Distribution across US, UK, Singapore and Australia. Our unique consulting framework allows us to focus on execution rather than pure advisory. We are working closely with marquee names in the global consumer & packaged goods (CPG) industry, new age tech and start-up ecosystem. Xoriant (Parent entity) started in 1990 and is a Sunnyvale, CA headquartered digital engineering firm with offices in the USA, Europe, and Asia. Xoriant is backed by ChrysCapital, a leading private equity firm. Our strengths are now combined with Xoriants capabilities in AI & Data, cloud, security and operations services proven for 30 years.

We have been certified as "Great Place to Work" by AIM and have been ranked as "50 Best Firms for Data Scientists to Work For".

We have an experienced consulting team of over 450+ world-class business and technology consultants based across six global locations, supporting clients through their expert insights, entrepreneurial approach and focus on delivery excellence. We have also built point solutions and products through Thoucentric labs using AI/ML in the supply chain space.

Job Description :

At Thoucentric, we work on various problem statements.

The most popular ones are :

Building capabilities that address a market need, basis our ongoing research effort.

Solving a specific use case for a current or potential client based on challenges on-ground.

Developing new systems that help be a better employer and a better partner to clients.

All of these need the best of minds to work on them day-to-day; and we do exactly that

Your contribution to organization development is as important as outward facing consulting.

We are invested in both, employee growth and client success

A SAP Project Manager at Thoucentric is a highly experienced professional responsible for effectively managing end to end SAP S4 HANA and other SAP solutions projects both on-prem and private/public cloud. They have extensive experience managing and delivering complex, global, multi-phase SAP enterprise engagements using standard project management tools, skills and methodologies following Agile and Hybrid-Agile. They understand the SAP Activate methodology as well as the SAP install methodology for Public Cloud. This role combines advanced project management and client engagement skills with appropriate knowledge SAP tools, functionality and solutions to ensure the successful delivery of high impact, high-value projects.

They play a critical role in shaping project delivery strategy and execution to achieve client operational, organization and business goals. They are responsible for the end-to-end project lifecycle, from project initiation to closure and client reference. Senior Project Managers are also responsible for coordinating with

SAP Tower teams on staffing, quality reviews, escalations and other delivery-specific collaboration.

Responsibilities :

Responsible for the overall successful delivery of SAP projects/programs according to standard practices ensure both client satisfaction and contractual goals

Provide strong strategic direction for complex projects, aligning them with client organizational, operational and business goals and priorities

Develop and communicate a clear vision and execution to the entire team and stakeholders across all workstreams and domains of SAP S4 HANA and like projects

Establish and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, including executives, product owners

Manage project resources, including personnel, tools, methods and equipment according to SAP Activate methodology and Statement of Work

Maintain and manage project budget and staffing as well as creation of Change Requests/Orders to secure additional project budgets

Negotiate and document requested scope changes with customers and secure internal alignment on contract-related changes

Develop, communicate and manage risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans

Ensure that project deliverables are created, managed and meet SAP Tower quality standards

Collaborate and hold accountable client stakeholder and team according to the terms of the SOW or contract

Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocations, and risk management strategies

Create and communicate the project's strategic direction and objectives to the project team

Build, lead, and motivate cross-functional project teams, assigning and monitoring tasks and responsibilities

Monitor and report to both client and project progress, identifying and addressing potential issues or roadblocks promptly

Maintain clear documentation of project activities, decisions, risks, issues and outcomes

Deliver presentations and reports to various stakeholders, including senior management providing project updates, insights and in conjunction with other Towers though leadership when required

Stay updated on industry trends, project management methodologies, and emerging technologies.

Support the creation and delivery of Steering Committee and/or QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews) as well as road mapping sessions

Identify account growth opportunities and support Delivery and Sales Team leadership in account growth :

A SAP Project Manager at Thoucentric is a highly experienced professional responsible for effectively managing end to end SAP S4 HANA and other SAP solutions projects both on-prem and private/public cloud.

They have extensive experience managing and delivering complex, global, multi-phase SAP enterprise engagements using standard project management tools, skills and methodologies following Agile and Hybrid-Agile.

They understand the SAP Activate methodology as well as the SAP install methodology for Public Cloud.

This role combines advanced project management and client engagement skills with appropriate knowledge SAP tools, functionality and solutions to ensure the successful delivery of high-impact, high-value projects.

They play a critical role in shaping project delivery strategy and execution to achieve client operational, organization and business goals.

They are responsible for the end-to-end project lifecycle, from project initiation to closure and client reference. Senior Project Managers are also responsible for coordinating with SAP Tower teams on staffing, quality reviews, escalations and other delivery-specific collaboration.

Education :

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.

MBA or relevant master's degree, advanced degree expected.

Experience :

10 15 years of experience in project management.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager and/or Scrum Master. Deep Understanding of Scrum principles, Agile practices and Hybrid Methodologies.

Extensive experience in managing large, complex projects with cross-functional teams.

Project management software knowledge such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, Asana, Trello, etc.

Proven track record of successful project deliveries and organizational impact.

Experience in optimizing resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.

Proven experience in fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Skill Requirements :

Advanced Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire project teams and drive successful project outcomes. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Expertise in Agile and Scrum: In-depth understanding and mastery of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.

Communication: Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization.

Resource Management: Strong resource allocation and budget management skills. Optimize resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.

Strategic Thinking: Strategic mindset with the ability to align projects with organizational goals and adapt to evolving priorities.

Change Management: Skill in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.

Technical Project Management Skills: Comprehensive understanding of software development processes and relevant technologies. Ability to drive technical scoping decisions in conjunction with project/program Technical Lead.

Escalation Management: Manage proper internal communication to leadership team and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate internal and external escalation processes are followed. Resolve escalations where possible while keeping Delivery Leadership team informed.

Benefits :

What a Consulting role at Thoucentric will offer you?

Opportunity to define your career path and not as enforced by a manager

A great consulting environment with a chance to work with Fortune 500 companies and startups alike.

A dynamic but relaxed and supportive working environment that encourages personal development.

Be part of One Extended Family. We bond beyond work - sports, get-togethers, common interests etc.

Work in a very enriching environment with Open Culture, Flat Organization and Excellent Peer Group.

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