Senior SAP Project Manager

Contract: Senior Project Manager
Start Date: Immediate - June 2025
Duration: 6 months
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Rate: €380-405 a day
Reference: 19167

Immediate contract for an experience IT Project Manager to lead an inflight high-impact, complex transformation initiative that includes both SAP development and significant M&A/disposal elements within a global FMCG organisation. This is a critical program that spans systems, processes, and organizational change - requiring a seasoned leader who can operate with agility, influence at senior levels, and deliver tangible results.
This role will work closely with cross-functional teams and directly engage with L3+ Supply leadership, making strong communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a transformation program that includes SAP system enhancements and M&A-related business transition activities.
• Define and manage the integrated project plan, ensuring alignment of scope, milestones, and interdependencies across functions.
• Serve as the central point of coordination between IT, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, and other impacted teams.
• Manage risk, issues, and change control processes to ensure program objectives are met within budget and timeline.
• Collaborate with senior Supply leaders (L3+) to provide regular updates, facilitate decision-making, and resolve escalations.
• Ensure effective governance by preparing steering committee materials and driving accountability across workstreams.
• Drive communication and change management plans to support business readiness and adoption.
• Manage external vendors and third-party partners involved in the program delivery.

Key Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of project/program management experience, with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs.
• Experience in SAP implementation or enhancement projects - ideally across supply chain, logistics, or finance modules.
• M&A, business carve-outs, or divestiture programs (end-to-end or significant involvement).
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior executives and adapt communication style for L3+ stakeholders.
• Strong governance, planning, and financial management skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a structured, pragmatic approach to delivery.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization is a plus.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are an advantage.

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