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ARKA Group, LP · 11 hours ago

SAP Technical Project Lead {W}

Danbury, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military and commercial space industry. The SAP Technical Project Lead will coordinate SAP support and enhancements, working closely with business stakeholders and vendors to improve processes and increase efficiency.

AerospaceCommunication HardwareHardwareInformation TechnologyManufacturingOptical CommunicationSoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for project managing SAP S/4 HANA system support activities including enhancements related to refining requirements, performing analysis of requirements and determining the best user-friendly solution

Primary liaison with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements

Vendor management and ensure accountability of third party SAP vendor

Lead cross-functional relationships to collaborate on identifying business needs as it relates to SAP system requirements

Identify and manage risks proactively while acting on potential risks/issues and provide proposals to senior management if escalation is required

Ensure all projects have a timeline, budget, and scope and are monitored and reported on throughout the lifetime of the project

Develop visualizations for metrics, key performance indicators, and data solutions to ensure decisions are informed and data driven

Engage with the IT Project Management Team, utilizing standard processes, templates, and reporting to ensure broad visibility of project status

Implementing document control policies and documentation templates

Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary

Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget

Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards

Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems

Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies

Project management of other IT related projects as required

Qualification

SAP S/4 HANAVendor managementProject managementAnalytical skillsAerospace industry experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum of a bachelor's degree

5+ years of project management experience; experience managing SAP ERP projects required

Prior SAP hands-on configuration experience is a plus

Proven experience in vendor management and accountability

Self-disciplined with a proven track record of driving project deadlines/milestones within a dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standard of compliance and quality

Ability to work in a dynamic rapidly changing environment where priorities can shift quickly

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to lead and resolve daily issues

Ability to speak up as appropriate while identifying and escalating issues as required

Ability to proactively anticipate business requirements and provide strategic recommendations

Strong prioritization and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility

Excellent written and verbal communication is required