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SAP Project Manager

Location: hybrid onsite in Downers Grove, IL

Duration: long-term contract with potential to convert

**Candidates must be able to work on Apexs W2 without sponsorship both

now and in the future.

There are no C2C or 1099 options.**

We are seeking an SAP Project Manager that will lead the planning and

execution of a Global SAP Public Cloud ERP implementation. This PM will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, aligning project goals with business strategy, and ensuring successful delivery across all phases of the project lifecycle. This role requires deep SAP ERP project management expertise, strong leadership, and a proven track record of delivering SAP ERP projects on time and within budget.

Duties

• Lead end-to-end delivery of SAP ERP implementation projects,

including planning, execution, and post-go-live support.

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and

resource allocations.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define project scope,

objectives, and success criteria.

• Oversee integration of SAP modules with legacy systems and

third-party applications.

• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolve issues, and ensure

quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

• Manage ERP Systems Integrator relationships and deliverables
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams including

IT, Finance, Supply Chain, HR, and Operations.

• Ensure alignment with PMO standards, governance, and reporting

practices.

• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to executive

leadership and stakeholders.

• Oversee data migration planning, execution, and validation across

legacy and SAP systems.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and

regulatory standards during ERP implementation.

• Lead cutover planning and execution, ensuring a smooth transition to

the new SAP environment.

• Support post-implementation stabilization and continuous improvement

initiatives.

• Partner with finance, operations, and IT leadership to align ERP

capabilities with strategic business goals.

• Manage project financials, including forecasting, cost tracking, and

variance analysis.

• Conduct executive steering committee meetings and provide strategic

insights on project health and risks.

Qualifications

• 10+ years?of project management experience, with?7+

years?leading?SAP ERP implementations.

• Bachelors degree in business, engineering, information technology,

or a related field is required

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or SAP certification?strongly preferred.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar ERP projects in a matrixed

or global environment.

• Proven track record of successfully managing and leading an SAP

Public Cloud implementation from initiation to completion.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, Azure

DevOps)

• Experience with Agile and traditional waterfall project management

methodologies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced

environment

• Prior relevant professional / consulting experience required
• Ability to travel as needed and work flexible hours during critical

project phases.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or

allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at[[emailprotected](mailto:employeeservices@apexsystems.com){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}or 844-463-6178.

*Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands

of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team*

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