SAP Program Manager

XFactor Talent

  • Riyadh
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
  • Apply easily
Open to RelocationExperience Required: 15+ years in SAP Delivery, Solutioning, and Program ManagementReporting To: Director/VP SAP Practice or CIOJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior SAP Program Manager / Solution Architect to lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale SAP engagements. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across the SAP suite (ECC, S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, Ariba, Hybris, etc.), combined with strong client-facing, delivery management, and sales solutioning capabilities. This is a strategic leadership role requiring coordination across sales, delivery, and client success teams.Key Responsibilities:Program & Delivery Management
  • Lead large-scale, complex SAP programs from planning through execution and post-go-live support.
  • Manage cross-functional teams (onshore, offshore, nearshore) of 100+ resources.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Lead SAP technical upgrades, digital transformation, and cloud migration programs.
  • Monitor and manage program risks, resources, and quality gates.
SAP Solution Architecture & Consulting
  • Provide thought leadership and advisory across the SAP product suite (ECC, S/4HANA, BI, FSCD, SuccessFactors, etc.).
  • Engage in solution design workshops, business blueprinting, and architecture definition.
  • Translate business requirements into scalable SAP architecture and system designs.
Pre-Sales & Business Development
  • Work closely with sales teams to drive SAP opportunities across the Middle East, Europe, and APAC.
  • Build winning proposals, RFPs, and conduct client presentations and PoCs.
  • Manage alliances with SAP and third-party vendors to support go-to-market strategy.
Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Act as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders.
  • Build long-term relationships and drive account growth through value-added SAP solutions.
  • Engage with client governance boards and steering committees.
Key Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, ECC, SuccessFactors, Ariba, Hybris, SAP FSCD, and BI.
  • Experience in industries such as Oil & Gas, Insurance, Telecom, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, and Banking.
  • Proficient in SAP Activate Methodology and project management standards.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Strong leadership in multicultural and cross-functional environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in Business/IT
  • SAP Certification(s)
  • PMP or other relevant project management certification
  • Experience with digital transformation and cloud-based SAP deployments
Nice to Have:
  • Exposure to ISO quality and audit systems.
  • Experience in building pre-sales tools, accelerators, and delivery frameworks.
  • Proven record of social impact/CSR involvement (e.g., environment campaigns)

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