S/4HANA Upgrade Project Manager (Brossard)

SAP S/4HANA Upgrade Project Manager. Duration of the contract : 8 Months Languages: English, French optional A brief Job Description: The SAP S/4HANA Upgrade Project Manager will lead the planning and execution of an upgrade from an existing SAP S/4HANA version to the latest release (2025 target). This role ensures the upgrade is delivered on time, within scope, and compliant with governance and regulatory standards Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Governance o Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations aligned with global program milestones. o Establish and maintain RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies). o Ensure compliance with SAP Activate methodology and internal governance frameworks. Execution & Delivery o Oversee all phases of the upgrade lifecycle: preparation, sandbox testing, development, QA, and production cutover. o Coordinate integrated testing (validation, regression, performance). o Manage change control processes and ensure business continuity during and post-upgrade. Stakeholder Management o Act as the primary liaison between IT, business process owners, SAP consultants, BASIS teams, and external vendors. o Provide regular status updates and executive reporting to senior leadership. Risk & Compliance o Identify and mitigate project risks proactively. o Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (especially for industries like pharma or life sciences). Business Readiness o Drive change management, training, and documentation readiness. o Support user adoption and post-upgrade stabilization. Required Qualifications Experience o 10+ years in SAP Project Management. o Proven track record in SAP S/4HANA upgrade projects (e.g., from 2020/2021 to 2023 or later). o Experience in highly regulated environments (pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences preferred). Skills o Solid knowledge of SAP Activate methodology. o Expertise in Supply Chain and Manufacturing workstreams. o Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. o Familiarity with multi-vendor coordination and global project governance. o Integration Certifications o PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent. o SAP-specific certifications (optional but preferred). Preferred Experience with complex integrations and custom code remediation. Understanding of SAP system architecture and BASIS activities. Ability to lead large-scale testing and cutover activities Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oh1p2