Chief GFA Strategic Program Management Expert (f/m/d)

Corporate Operations

Chief GFA Strategic Program Management Expert (f/m/d)

We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

Strategic Program Office / Where You Belong

• Customers - We are driving strategic programs focused on Finance and HR topics for SAP's Corporate Function Board Areas, L1 units and leaders.
• Mission - We are the trusted partner to the business, delivering sustainable value to SAP's corporate functions and beyond through strategic program management.
• Value Proposition - We are program & project management professionals. We drive value realization for SAP's Corporate Functions and beyond by offering project management best practices rooted in consistent and standardized methodologies.

What You'll Do

• Lead with authority. Take ownership of large-scale, strategic GFA programs, managing every stage of the lifecycle from conceptualization to execution and go live.
• Strategically manage the program scope. Actively identify changes in scope, reassess requirements, adjust plans, resources, and budgets accordingly.
• Drive impact. Define program deliverables, ensuring milestones are met and results align with strategic business objectives.
• Foster collaboration. Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders inside and outside GFA, including CPIT, to ensure seamless execution.
• Master risk and quality. Identify risks, create contingency plans, and ensure quality assurance throughout the programs' lifecycle.
• Inspire teams. Mentor program teams, provide clear guidance, and create an environment that enables peak performance and collaboration.
• Shape the future. Drive continuous improvement and innovation in GFA processes, tools, and solutions by sharing knowledge and contributing to best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Management, or a related field. (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10+ years of project management experience in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple topics simultaneously with high attention to detail. Ability to prioritize is key for success.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Strong presentation skills to C-level executives.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive decision-making processes.
• Strategic mindset. You can develop long-term concepts, align stakeholders, and ensure that outcomes drive SAP's strategic goals.
• Strong leadership. You've successfully led and mentored cross-functional teams, creating an environment of collaboration and high performance.