SAP RISE Programme Manager

Are you a seasoned Programme Manager with a track record of leading large-scale ERP migrations? We are seeking a high-caliber contractor to drive a critical Financial Systems transformation for a global e-commerce leader.

In this role, you will manage the end-to-end delivery of a major migration from legacy infrastructure to a modern cloud-based financial ecosystem.

• Drive ERP Transformation: Lead the program through the full lifecycle-from 'Prepare' and 'Explore' to 'Realise' and 'Deploy'-targeting a successful 2027 go-live.
• Establish Governance: Define and run lean, fit-for-purpose program governance (ceremonies, cadences, and decision forums) in line with established Governance Standards.
• Risk & Dependency Management: Proactively own the RAID log, managing complex risks associated with decoupling legacy infrastructure and interim architecture.
• Strategic Alignment: Facilitate key design decisions by aligning Senior Stakeholders, including SteerCo and Architecture Review Boards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the bridge between Engineering, Data, and Finance teams to ensure seamless integration and data flow.

• 10+ years of Project/Programme Management experience, with at least 5 years leading end-to-end ERP or large-scale financial system overhauls.
• Proven expertise in managing external implementation partners (e.g., Big 4) and software vendors.
• Deep understanding of Finance processes (Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Tax, Treasury).
• Strong experience operating in a global, matrixed environment.
• Comfortable balancing high-level strategy with operational tasks like Jira/Confluence management.

• Location: Manchester (Ocassionaly).
• Duration: 6 months (initial contract).
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.