Project Manager-SAP S/4HANA & Satellite ERP Implementation

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are looking for an experienced Project manager to Animating, facilitate and support the preparation and successful implementation of all ALign project phases :
ALign is a strategic European project whereby all European affiliates will be converging their processes and systems with the implementation of a single ERP system, SAP S/4HANA and the integration of satellite ERP systems across our manufacturing, supply chain and retail operations combined with the core financial and controlling modules. This enterprise-wide digital transformation initiative aims to unify business processes with the group standard, optimize supply chain visibility, and support scalable growth.
The ideal candidate brings a track record of leading SAP projects in hybrid IT environments, with deep understanding of both core SAP and Supply chain /manufacturing ERP extensions and standard processes especially Quate to cash, P2P, FICO , and eCommerce platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the project scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation, ensuring timely escalation of risks and issues.
• Prepare and animate project events like STrre - committed , training sessions and UAT events
• Manage and coordinate for smooth both cutover and glove planning and execution and the hypercare as well
• Coordinate & Facilitate the full lifecycle of the ALign program in the identified scope, including discovery, design, build, testing, deployment, and hypercare.
• Support the integration and harmonization of satellite systems (e.g., WISE, Concur, Maximo , eCommerce, legacy ERPs) into the S/4HANA ecosystem.
• Align project goals with manufacturing and retail business requirements—such as production planning, logistics, inventory, sales operations, FICO , and customer engagement.
• Work closely with Group central Align team , DDS, GIO , GDO and cluster teams
• Oversee vendor and system integrator management, contract deliverables, and SLA performance.
• Facilitate data migration strategy, cleansing, and validation across disparate systems.
• Coordinate & Facilitate stakeholder alignment across plants, distribution centers, stores, and corporate functions.
• Lead change management, end-user training, and cutover activities to support operational readiness.
• Deliver structured updates and reports to executive sponsors, steering committee, and functional leaders.

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Requirements:
Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification required.
• SAP S/4HANA or SAP Activate certification preferred.

Experience:

• 7–10 years of project management experience in large-scale IT implementations.
• Minimum 2 end-to-end SAP rollouts, with at least 1 in SAP S/4HANA , in a manufacturing and/or retail context.
• Proven experience managing ERP satellite systems such as:
• Manufacturing : MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), shop floor control, plant maintenance.
• Retail : POS (Point of Sale), eCommerce, WMS (Warehouse Management), CRM.
• Experience in multi-country or multi-site rollouts is an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of SAP modules relevant to manufacturing and retail: FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, etc,
• Knowledge of integration tools and middleware (e.g., PI/PO, BTP, EDI frameworks).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Business fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Timely completion of key SAP & satellite ERP milestones
• On-budget delivery and efficient resource utilization
• Successful go-live with minimal business disruption = 3 continuous smooth monthly closing after the go-live
• User adoption and training satisfaction rates
• Stabilization and reduction of post-go-live issues
• Cross-system integration success and data quality

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At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.