IT Program Director SAP S/4HANA (m/f/d)

Fresenius is running a business-led transformation, enabled by technology, supporting #FutureFresenius strategy. The IT Business Transformation organization partners with business teams to deliver cutting-edge IT solutions, leveraging SAP S/4HANA and other related solutions to create a scalable, unified and future-ready digital foundation.

Our mission is to architect, plan and implement standardized solutions supporting harmonized end-to-end processes that streamline operations and enable data-driven decision-making. By fostering collaboration and utilizing the advanced capabilities of ERP solutions, we drive delivery of transformative progress across enterprise architecture, strategic roadmaps, SAP functional and technical solutions. Delivery is done to meet quality and compliance needs in a highly regulated environment.

As IT Program Director (m/f/d) you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of a large-scale SAP S/4HANA program rollout in close collaboration with a system integrator.

Join us in shaping the future of Fresenius, where IT is a strategic enabler for long-term success.

Your assignments

• Management of a program of multiple integrated projects by providing a clear direction and motivating team members

• Delivery of the program with its projects over the complete project lifecycle (e.g. program set-up, estimation, planning, requirements engineering, and testing)

• Establish IT governance structure to oversee the program, including roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes

• Oversee the execution of all IT deliverables across the program phases, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support

• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure that all IT program deliverables meet the required standards and business requirements

• Conduct regular reviews and audits of program activities to ensure compliance with defined quality standards

• Continuous identification and initiation of improvements of existing processes, methods and standards within the program environment

• Develop and manage the IT program budget, ensuring that it is allocated appropriately, and expenditures are controlled, identifying and addressing any variances from the budget

• Engage and manage relationships with business and IT key stakeholders across the organization, ensuring their needs and expectations are met

• Provide regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting key achievements, risks, and issues

Your profile

• At least 15 years of experience in program management, with a focus on large-scale SAP ERP implementations

• Proven experience managing SAP S/4HANA rollouts in large, multi-segment organizations, preferably in the life sciences industry

• Proven ability to manage relationships with system integrators, including contracting, performance monitoring, and issue resolution

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control and a demonstrated ability to manage large budgets

• Relevant certifications in SAP (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate) are highly desirable

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is advantageous

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to engage stakeholders up to C-Level