Job Description:
Job Description Date: 15/04/2026
Role : SAP Project Manager
Number of positions : 1
Description
You will join the Airbus organization as a Project Manager working on strategic S/4 Hana ERP transformation/ on-going projects. The mission of the Quality PSL is to deliver innovative IT solutions that support digital transformation and efficient operations for customer services. Quality PSL manages several Applications in Project and RunMode for Aircraft production.
IS Project management is the next level of accountability that Airbus India will host in the future. This position is a one off opportunity to pioneer it.
Context & Role
You will have the accountability to manage implementation project in line with ERP CoE strategy and SAP S/4 HANA recommendations (Clean Core). As a project manager, you should be able to understand the end to end business process and be able to handle communication with stakeholders effectively.
You should be able to -
Implement the best practices of Project Management (delivery excellence, budget adherence, risks & opportunities management..)
Have strong collaborations with all project stakeholders.
Ensure constant and effective communication with the business and the sponsors.
Proficient level in handling complex Suppliers. Looking for an expert in Supplier Management.
Manage and prevent crisis situations,
Objectives of the role:
Build and develop the project team to ensure maximum performance, by providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
Manage projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, roll-outs, including risk mitigation.
Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure that projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget.
Analyze project status as when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met.
Establish and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, providing day-to-day reports on project status and changes.
Establish and maintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards and assessing progress.
Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables
Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to the project work plan.
Ability to come up with a Velocity Improvement plan and Quality Improvement plan whenever required.
Establish a concrete governance structure and make sure suppliers adhere to it.
Establishing Project organization structure, project plan, project charter, process improvement plans, as per the nature of the project, considering AIRBUS standard processes.
Experience in preparing a roadmap for implementation projects with appropriate quality gates and milestones.
Preparation of Test Strategy and experience in Test Automation.
Defining meaningful metrics to track the progress.
Define escalation matrix, communication plan, etc.
Experience in creation of ERP Roadmap.
Required skills and qualifications:
Masters degree in Engineering
Having a strong working experience for SAP implementation projects a Project Manager.
Having 10 to 12 years of strong SAP experience.
Strong functional/ technical experience in SAP.
Experience in handling green field implementation projects.
Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines.
Proven success working with all levels of management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent presentation skills.
Proactive problem solving approach.
Professional certification such as PMP or PRINCE2
Experience in Agile Methodology.
● Secondary Skills
○ Knowledge on either of the tools ServiceNow, Agility or JIRA, Monitoring Tools.
● Soft Skills:
○ Strong reporting skills.
○ Very Strong English communication (Written & Verbal)
○ Ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
○ Good in dealing with cross- cultural business stakeholders.
O Ability to get things done
O Ability to negotiate and Influence people.
Success Metrics
Success will be measured in a variety of areas, including but not limited to:
Robust milestones deliverables
Team integration
Short Learning Curve for the internal process
Compliance with Airbus Value and QPSL Vision
Consistently ensure the on-time delivery and quality of the projects
Bring innovative cost effective solutions
Achieve the customer satisfaction
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus India Private LimitedEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [email protected].
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Skills Required
- 7-9 years of experience in ABAP Development
- 4-6 years of experience in SAP UI5 application development
- Experience with functional and technical skills in QM processes or adaptability to other modules
- Interfaces: ALE/IDOC, RFC, Proxies
- Experience in SAPUI5 controls and Fiori architecture
- Exposure to S4HANA
- Experience in SAP Odata service creation and consumption
- Experience in Web Services and WebDynpro
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
- Customer facing skills, especially with European customers
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Airbus and has not been reviewed or approved by Airbus.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
Airbus Insights
What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
