Senior Project Manager

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Responsible for the overall successful delivery of SAP projects/programs according to Argano standard practices ensure both client satisfaction and Argano contractual goals
- Provide strong strategic direction for complex projects, aligning them with client organizational, operational and business goals and priorities
- Develop and communicate a clear vision and execution to the entire team and stakeholders across all workstreams and domains of SAP S4 HANA and like projects
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, including executives, product owners, and development teams as well as Argano SAP Tower leadership
- Manage project resources, including personnel, tools, methods and equipment according to Argano SAP Activate methodology and Statement of Work
- Maintain and manage project budget and staffing as well as creation of Change Requests/Orders to secure additional project budgets
- Negotiate and document requested scope changes with customers and secure internal alignment on contract-related changes according to Argano policy and procedures
- Develop, communicate and manage risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
- Ensure that project deliverables are created, managed and meet Argano SAP Tower quality standards
- Collaborate and hold accountable client stakeholder and team according to the terms of the SOW or contract
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocations, and risk management strategies
- Create and communicate the projects strategic direction and objectives to the project team
- Build, lead, and motivate cross-functional project teams, assigning and monitoring tasks and responsibilities
- Monitor and report to both client and Argano project progress, identifying and addressing potential issues or roadblocks promptly
- Maintain clear documentation of project activities, decisions, risks, issues and outcomes
- Deliver presentations and reports to various stakeholders, including senior management providing project updates, insights and in conjunction with other Argano Towers though leadership when required
- Stay updated on industry trends, project management methodologies, and emerging technologies.
- Support the creation and delivery of Steering Committee and/or QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews) as well as road mapping sessions
- Identify account growth opportunities and support Argano Delivery and Sales Team leadership in account growth activities

MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

- Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
- MBA or relevant masters degree, advanced degree expected.

EXPERIENCE:

- 10 15 years of experience in project management.
- Extensive experience in managing large, complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Project management software knowledge such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, Asana, Trello, etc.
- Proven track record of successful project deliveries and organizational impact.
- Experience in optimizing resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
- Proven experience in fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager and/or Scrum Master. Deep Understanding of Scrum principles, Agile practices and Hybrid Methodologies.
- Experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

- Advanced Project Leadership:Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire project teams and drive successful project outcomes. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Expertise in Agile and Scrum:In-depth understanding and mastery of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
- Communication: Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization.
- Resource Management: Strong resource allocation and budget management skills. Optimize resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
- Strategic Thinking:Strategic mindset with the ability to align projects with organizational goals and adapt to evolving priorities.
- Change Management: Skill in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.
- Technical Project Management Skills: Comprehensive understanding of software development processes and relevant technologies. Ability to drive technical scoping decisions in conjunction with project/program Technical Lead.
- Escalation Management: Manage proper internal communication to Argano leadership team and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate internal and external escalation processes are followed. Resolve escalations where possible while keeping Argano Delivery Leadership team informed.

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