Interim Program Manager International SAP S/4HANA implementation
We have a great temporary assignment for an interim Program
Manager for a SAP S/4HANA implementation. It is an implementation in The
Netherlands and Germany with international stakeholders in the parent companies.
This program is being conducted in collaboration with a consultancy company
(Supplier). The interim Program Manager is responsible for managing the
business side of the client (around 20 Stream Leads) and acts as a counterpart
to the Supplier Program Manager (who also manages around 20 Stream Leads).
The scope of the program concerns Procure2Pay,
Order2Cash, Trade & Risk Mngt, Schedule2Produce, Acquire2require (Assets),
Record2Report, Cross Functional Analytics & Reporting.
The program started beginning of 2026. The business
processes have already been documented. The Design Phase is just finished. The
implementation phase is set to begin in June and is expected to run until
December 2027.
Right now we need an interim Program Manager who can
run the implementation.
Key Responsibilities.
Lead day-to-day delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Program
· Manage PMO governance, reporting frameworks, and delivery controls.
· Oversee planning, execution, and tracking of all milestones and workstreams.
· Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and formal change control.
· Drive resource planning, onboarding, and overall capacity management.
· Managing SI commercial models, deliverables, and contractual obligations, including change requests, budget adherence, and performance management.
· Ensure alignment of key SteerCo stakeholders and support producing executive-level reporting
· Partner with business and IT stakeholders across Europe to ensure alignment and readiness.
Requirements
Required Experience To be successful in this role you'll need:
· Significant demonstrable project/program management experience, within SAP transformation environments.
· Demonstrable PMO leadership experience
on large-scale business transformation programs.
· A solid understanding of S/4HANA delivery models, structures, and methodologies.
· Experience working with SAP testing tools, particularly in large-scale SAP transformation or S/4HANA programs.
· Experience managing cross-functional teams and external system integrators.
· A background working with European teams and partners (suppliers)
· Executive-level communication skills, with the ability to challenge constructively, influence decision-making, and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
· Professional certifications (MSP, PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, SAP) are highly advantageous.
· Experience with SAP Cloud ALM (CALM)
Program Specific
· The program manager has overall responsibility for the successful completion and delivery of the program. He or she oversees program teams, work streams, quality management, financial management, and the methods, standards and guidelines for the program.
· The program manager works closely with the integration and technical leads on the program to ensure that the program solution is meeting its business, functional, and technical requirements.
· The program manager is a liaison between client and consultancy/Implementation Partner and has responsibility for maintaining the relationship.
· Larger programs may have more than one program owner, each responsible for distinct
Skills Required
- Significant demonstrable project or program management experience in SAP transformation environments
- Demonstrable PMO leadership experience on large-scale business transformation programs
- Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA delivery models, structures, and methodologies
- Experience working with SAP testing tools in large-scale SAP transformation or S/4HANA programs
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and external system integrators
- Experience working with European teams and suppliers or partners
- Executive-level communication skills, including constructive challenge, influencing decisions, and navigating complex stakeholder environments
- Professional certification such as MSP, PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, or SAP
- Experience with SAP Cloud ALM
What We Do
Amstelbay is an independent Dutch digital-transformation consultancy and recruitment/search firm that connects organizations with freelance professionals for technology and change initiatives. It supports clients with IT roadmaps, cyber resilience, change communication, Agile transformation, and project or program management, while sourcing independent specialists for assignments. Its vendor-neutral approach helps clients manage technology suppliers and foster effective delivery. Its recruitment focus spans ICT, procurement, sales, management, and logistics.
