SAP Program Manager - US Public Services Market Unit

What you'll bring

For expert S4HANA delivery leaders with a track record in complex program management. You bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the creative thinking and learning agility to adapt as the role evolves.

• Hands-on experience leading S4HANA implementations, with a strong grasp of SAP Best Practices and Fit-to-Standard.

• Preferred experience across S4 workstreams: landscape, client strategy, sizing, transport management, analytics, security, and development.

• Skilled at managing escalations and resolving conflict to keep delivery on track.

• A customer-first approach — you build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

• Experience mentoring project managers and influencing delivery best practices.

• A practical approach to AI — you use agentic tools daily, quality-check outputs, apply context engineering, and champion AI adoption.

• PMP certification or willing to get certified within 6 months

• Public sector experience in State, Local, or Education departments

What you'll build

You will lead complex S4HANA programs from scoping to full delivery.

• Define project scope, schedules, and milestones — and hold teams accountable to them.

• Drive S4HANA implementation across multiple workstreams, managing risks and deliverables.

• Coordinate work across third-party sub-contractors, SAP Custom Development, SAP Global Delivery, SAP Active Global Support, and SAP lines of business including Signavio, SuccessFactors, Ariba, and Joule.

• Apply time-boxed engagement orchestration to structure delivery phases and maintain momentum.

• Manage team performance and guide project managers through delivery challenges.

• Maintain document management and reporting to keep all stakeholders aligned.

• Build trusted partnerships with key customers and internal stakeholders.

Where you belong

At SAP, you will join a global delivery community built on trust, accountability, and partnership. You will work alongside customers, partners, and internal teams who prioritize customer success and continuous improvement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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