Position Description:
At CGI, we work closely with a wide range of public and private sector clients on exciting projects with real-world purpose and impact. We’re currently recruiting for a Programme Manager to take full ownership of a portfolio of inter-related projects and workstreams to deliver the agreed business outcomes for the client(s). If you’d like to stretch your skills, and make a real difference in our communities, this is the role for you.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
Due to the secure nature of the role - All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (SC) level.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
As an experienced SAP Programme Manager, you will lead a large-scale migration from SAP ECC6 to S/4HANA. This high-profile, multi-year initiative encompasses the implementation of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud, SuccessFactors Employee Central, and Employee Central Payroll (ECP), alongside critical change management and data transformation activities.
The role requires a proven leader with a strong track record in delivering complex SAP transformations for large organisations, ensuring minimal business disruption while maximising strategic value. You will be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of the programme, driving outcomes across time, cost, and quality, while fostering a culture of partnership, collaboration, and trust with the client.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
•Several years of SAP programme/project management experience.
•Successful track record leading full lifecycle SAP ECC6 to S/4HANA migrations.
•Understanding of SAP modules (FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, etc.) and their interdependencies.
•Strong experience with SAP Activate, data migration, and cutover strategies.
•Experience managing large-scale budgets (£10M+) and global programme teams.
•Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
•Proficiency in programme management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, SAP Solution Manager).
Desirable:
•PMP, PRINCE2, or MSP certified.
•SAP certification (e.g., S/4HANA Project Manager or equivalent).
•Familiarity with cloud migration (e.g., SAP RISE with HANA, Azure, AWS).
•Industry experience in Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Services and the Public Sector would advantageous.
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Skills:
1. Client Management
2. Leadership