About this role
About the Role
Capgemini is seeking an experienced SAP Program Director to lead a multi-year, multi-country SAP S/4HANA transformation program for one of the world’s largest energy companies. This role requires proven leadership of global SAP programs with 100+ team members, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to execute in a multi-vendor environment. What You'll Do
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Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programs (Business, IT, Global Rollout)
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Establish and drive program governance (SteerCo reporting, risk/issue management, scope management, financial management)
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Manage multi-vendor environments including Capgemini, SAP, hyperscalers, and client teams
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Lead alignment across cross-functional and cross-regional workstreams (Finance, Supply Chain, Power Generation, Trading, etc.)
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Take overall responsibility for quality assurance, including architectural consistency, integration governance, and template adherence
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Engage with executive stakeholders, including CxO-level, and support key decision-making and escalation management
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Mentor and develop PM/PMO/delivery team members across Japan, India, APAC, and Europe What We're Looking For
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10+ years of experience in SAP project management, with proven experience as a Program Manager / Program Director
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Track record of leading at least one global SAP program with 100+ members across multiple regions
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Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA architecture, standardization/localization, and global template governance
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Extensive hands-on experience in governance, financial management, risk management, and vendor management
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Strong stakeholder management skills, including communication and negotiation with CxO-level executives
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Cultural adaptability to collaborate effectively with both Japan-based and global teams
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Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English Nice to Have
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Experience in the energy, utilities, manufacturing, or trading industries
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Experience with RISE with SAP implementation
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Experience leading projects for Japanese companies or in the Japanese market