Senior Project Manager – SAP S/4HANA Transformation

Our client, a major organization within the public sector, is looking for a project lead to spearhead a large-scale ERP transformation. This role focuses on stabilizing a complex implementation project during its critical testing phase while ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective supplier collaboration.

• Lead the comprehensive testing phase by refining test scripts and scenarios in collaboration with external partners.
• Manage and structure testing activities across multiple organizational units and central services.
• Monitor supplier deliverables to ensure they meet strict quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Stabilize project operations and restore stakeholder trust through transparent risk and issue management.
• Negotiate assertively with vendors regarding planning, quality, and shifting responsibilities.
• Support and coach the existing project leadership to ensure long-term continuity and impact.
• Develop and execute a realistic recovery plan for the testing and subsequent implementation phases.

• 8+ years of experience in project management for large-scale ERP implementations, specifically with SAP S/4HANA.
• 8+ years of experience managing complex IT infrastructure or development projects within multi-actor environments.
• You possess deep expertise in project management methodologies such as Prince2 or PMBOK.
• You have a proven track record in crisis management and stabilizing high-pressure transformation projects.
• You bring strong stakeholder management skills, with experience coordinating between BPOs, IT teams, and executive boards.
• You possess advanced knowledge of project management tools including MS Project and MS Office.
• You have practical experience with ITIL processes and quality assurance frameworks.
• You're an assertive yet empathetic leader capable of driving change and resolving organizational friction.
• You are fluent in Dutch with C2 level knowledge.

Nice to Haves

• Experience working within the public sector or large educational networks.
• Specific expertise in quality control for test scripts, configurations, and process flows.

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: 4 months
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers