Senior Project Manager(SAP)

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving real transformation change within our clients.  We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data and business applications.  We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering overall project objectives and specific team deliverables, by the planning of project activities and executing assigned tasks/work within the expected quality standards, to ensure the project is a success.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and implementation of technical and business change within the Enterprise Management Systems (EMS)ecosystem (comprising SAP S4 Hana digital core, interfaces and associated peripheral applications).

Here’s what the role looks like:

• Manage a portfolio of SAP projects ranging in size and complexity, and ensuring projects are delivered in scope, on time and within budget.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedule and work plans.
• Assemble, plan, and lead technical teams to deliver the project objectives.
• Track project progress and costs, and proactively manage any changes via a controlled Change management process.
• Create and maintain project documentation to track actions, risks, and issues.
• Provide project reporting, both internal and external.
• Planning and managing service changes and service go-lives.
• Conducting regular reviews during project and service transition with customers and key stakeholders / senior management.

• Proven track record of SAP project delivery, preferably within the Oil and Gas industry
• Strong SAP Project Management experience with successful track record of delivering multiple S/4 HANA projects.
• Strong business domain knowledge, including Finance, Supply Chain and / or Work Management & Operations process awareness.
• Working across vendors, project team and wider IS team to deliver well designed SAP and integrated solutions that meet project requirements.
• Knowledge and awareness of SAP ERP solutions roadmap, with exposure to S/4 HANA integration with other SAP products such as Signavio, SuccessFactors, Fieldglass, Ariba and Business Technology Platform.
• Knowledge of Maximo Application Suite and Basware Invoice Management preferred.
• Functional knowledge in Finance, Supply Chain and Logistics
• Knowledge of ERP interface design, build and deployment
• Knowledge of ERP testing and data migration practices
• Oil and Gas Experience preferred
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with users and stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to manage stakeholders, software partners and internal staff through large scale business change
• PRINCE2 certification or equivalent, prior Agile experience beneficial

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.  

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life.  In addition to a Competitive Salary, here's what you can expect as part of our benefits package: 

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth. 

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.  We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can. 

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes, an employee assistance programme, discounted cash plan and more…. 

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us. 

If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.