Project Principal Consultant

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Job Description for Project Principal Consultant

The role requires the candidate to have proven experience in:

• Managing large scale and complex SAP Projects in and around the Middle East (in the last 3 years) from inception to timely completion, including:
• Large Team Structures – 20+ members for over 6 months in at least 3 engagements
• Financial Management of projects worth 2 Mil. USD or more in at least 3 engagements
• QA Gate Reviews – per implementation methodologies
• Leading project management processes including planning tasks, resource allocation, risk management, time management, financial management, HR management, quality management, monitoring and reporting, documenting and record keeping
• Project Governance processes – leading steering committees and advising key actions to handle smooth project execution
• Capability to oversee partner-led implementations in the capacity of Trusted Advisor to the partner, client project management team, and project sponsor
• Proficiency in developing and implementing effective and efficient risk/issues management methods across all projects
• Ensuring the project meets internal and external customer requirements
• Alignment with product management frequently on roadmap items
• Management reporting internal and external
• SAP Certification in Project Management Framework/Methodologies like SAP Activate
• Cloud solution implementations like SuccessFactors, ARIBA, Cx, etc.
• SAP Certification in at least 1 major module
• PMP certification or equivalent

The following are good to have skills:

• Knowledge of large-scale lift and shift projects (Rise migrations, etc.)
• Migration of solutions from on-Prem to cloud
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies related to SAP implementations
• Certifications / specialization in niche areas of SAP implementation
• Intense knowledge of various SAP solutions
• Work experience with global SAP partners

Must have soft skills:

• Exceptional communication skills
• Excellent team management skills
• Ability to liaise with C-Level Executives
• Innovative Thinking
• Outstanding presentation, documentation, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with project management tools used by enterprises
• Understanding of project contracts, documentation, and reviews
• Fluency in English & Arabic

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EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Requisition ID: 397220 | Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.