Senior SAP Project Manager

<p> </p><p><em><strong>Are you ready to lead business transformation through SAP?</strong></em></p> <p> </p> <p><em>Westernacher Consulting is expanding in Malaysia!</em> With <strong>55 years of excellence</strong>, <strong>30 years as an SAP Gold Partner</strong>, and a <strong>global footprint in 26+ countries</strong>, we are bringing our <strong>world-class SAP expertise to the region</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <p>At <strong>Westernacher Consulting</strong>, we drive business transformation through innovation, collaboration, and deep SAP expertise. We are looking for an experienced <strong>Project Manager </strong>to lead end-to-end project delivery, working closely with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><br></p><b>What You’ll Do:</b><h3> </h3> <div data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the SAP project, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Manage cross-functional teams including internal stakeholders, SAP consultants, and third-party vendors.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and drive consensus.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Oversee data migration, system integration, testing, and user training activities.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Ensure compliance with organizational change management protocols and governance frameworks.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Monitor project performance using KPIs and provide regular status updates to executive leadership.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Resolve project issues and escalate critical risks as needed to ensure successful delivery.</li> </ul> </div> </div><p><br></p><b>What We’re Looking For:</b><div> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">8+ years of project management experience.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Strong understanding of SAP IBP modules: Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Response & Supply, and Control Tower.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies & understanding of SAP Activate methodology.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Ability to lead global teams and manage multicultural dynamics.</li> </ul> </div><p><br></p><b>Preferred Skills:</b><div> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA and other SAP supply chain solutions.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Experience in manufacturing, retail, or consumer goods industries.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;">Proficiency in project management tools (e.g MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet).</li> </ul> </div><p><br></p><b>Why Join Us?</b><div> <ul> <li style="list-style-type: revert;"><strong>Dynamic Role</strong>: Take ownership of diverse challenges and projects with creative freedom in a 100% employee-owned company.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;"><strong>Professional Growth</strong>: Fast-track your career with extensive learning opportunities, certifications, and global knowledge-sharing programs.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;"><strong>Global Team</strong>: Work with an innovative, international team in a flat hierarchy. </li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;"><strong>Flexibility & Rewards</strong>: Enjoy flexible hours, remote work options, and a competitive pay package.</li> <li style="list-style-type: revert;"><strong>Partnership Opportunity</strong>: Join our unique partnership model and share in the company’s success</li> </ul> </div><p><br></p><p></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Apply now to shape the future with us.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>This is WE:  </strong></p> <p>Committed to innovation, since 1969 Westernacher Consulting has operated worldwide, with more than 1200 consultants in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, Westernacher Consulting is the global leader in business process and technology innovation.</p> <p> </p> <p>Living, working, and operating in partnership. We are inquisitive, creative thinkers with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. We question new ways of working, think differently, and are willing to try out new approaches to create value and innovation for our customers. All of this makes us pioneers in our field and keeps us responsive, quality-focused, and results-oriented.</p> <p> </p> <p>Westernacher is a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Westernacher is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.</p> <p> </p> <p><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/westernacherconsulting/life/024b7cc5-a38f-48f9-991a-421c95c61252/">Life@Westernacher</a></p> <p> </p> <p>#LI-KR1</p> <p></p>

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