SAP Organizational Change Management Lead

We are seeking a selfmotivated experienced and resourceful SAP Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead with a passion for business transformation and expertise in implementing SAP S4/HANA.

Responsibilities:

The SAP OCM Lead will be part of a team working to assist the client in building out organizational change strategies communications plans and learning and enablement roadmaps to support the implementation of SAP S4HANA. Duties include but may not be limited to:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive change management strategy and plan that aligns with the clients SAP implementation project.
• Define change management objectives activities and timelines to ensure successful user adoption and integration of SAP solutions.
  
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of business processes regulations compliance standards and reporting requirements relevant to SAP implementations. Apply change management principles to facilitate smooth transitions and compliance.
  
• Identify and analyze key stakeholders both internal and external to the Client who will be impacted by the SAP implementation. Develop tailored communication and engagement plans to ensure stakeholders are informed engaged and supportive throughout the change process.
  
• Assess the impact of SAP implementations on business processes job roles and organizational structures. Identify potential risks challenges and resistance to change. Develop mitigation strategies and change management interventions to address identified impacts and risks.
  
• Develop and execute communication plans to effectively disseminate information about the SAP implementation its benefits and the change process. Design and deliver comprehensive training programs to equip users with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively use SAP solutions.
  
• Develop strategies to measure and assess the readiness of users for change. Monitor and track the adoption and utilization of SAP solutions identifying areas of resistance or gaps in user engagement. Develop and implement interventions to promote user acceptance and adoption.
  
• Identify and engage change champions within the organization to support the change process. Build a network of influencers and advocates who can drive and reinforce the desired changes. Provide guidance and support to change champions in their roles.
  
• Training and Development: Assess the skill gaps and training needs of employees affected by the change. Design and deliver training programs to equip employees with the necessary skills and knowledge to adapt to the new environment.
  
• Monitor the effectiveness of training and adjust as needed.
  
• Establish change management governance structures such as steering committees or change management boards to oversee and guide the change management process. Ensure alignment between the project team stakeholders and change management activities.
  
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of change management efforts. Collect and analyze data to evaluate the impact of change management interventions and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
  
• Stay abreast of industry best practices trends and innovations in change management. Identify opportunities to enhance change management methodologies tools and approaches for future SAP implementations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Extensive experience (10 years) as an Organizational Change Management Lead in SAP implementation projects
• Proven experience in leading change management efforts in at least 2 end to end greenfield SAP projects including stakeholder analysis communication planning training and adoption strategies.
• Knowledge/experience in SAP S/4HANA Cloud transformation projects
• Deep knowledge of change management principles methodologies and best practices.
  
• Strong understanding of regulations compliance standards and reporting requirements related to SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to lead and motivate crossfunctional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  
• Exceptional communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders including senior leadership and government officials.
  
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess change impacts identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Bachelors Degree in a related field (e.g. Business Organizational Development Psychology).