Smiths Group

security and detection solutions

Manager-SAPDelivery&Governance

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Manager - SAP Delivery & Governance at Smiths Group. Skills: SAP program delivery, S/4HANA implementations, governance frameworks, stakeholder management, global team leadership. Own and drive end-to-end SAP program delivery (S/4HANA, ECC, BW, SuccessFactors, Ariba, etc.). Ensure delivery within scope, timeline, cost, and quality benchmarks”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure successful program outcomes aligned to business goals; Drive measurable business value; Ensure delivery within scope, timeline, cost, and quality benchmarks; Ensure alignment with contracts, SLAs, and KPIs; Track business outcomes and value realization

Industry & Context.

security and detection solutions
Problems you'll solve

Proactively identify and mitigate delivery risks; Drive structured change control and scope management; Clearly articulate business impact and mitigation plans; Ensure smooth transition to hypercare and support teams; Drive post-go-live stability and issue resolution

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

At least 12 years in SAP delivery/program management, Proven track record of leading large-scale SAP programs (preferably S/4HANA), Hands-on experience managing multi-workstream programs, Hands-on experience managing large distributed teams, Hands-on experience managing senior stakeholders (CXO-level), understanding of SAP S/4HANA (1909/2020/2021/RISE), understanding of Core modules: FICO, MM, SD, PP, EWM, PM, PS, QM, Exposure to SAP Fiori / UI5, Exposure to BTP, APIs, integrations (PI/PO, IDOC, EDI), Exposure to tools like Ariba, MDG, VIM, SuccessFactors, program and delivery leadership, Excellent stakeholder management and communication, Financial acumen (budgeting, forecasting, commercials), Risk & governance mindset, Ability to operate in fast-paced, complex environments

Nice to Have

Certification in at least one SAP module preferred

What You'll Do.

Own and drive end-to-end SAP program delivery (S/4HANA

Ensure delivery within scope

and quality benchmarks

Establish governance frameworks

and escalation mechanisms

Act as the primary interface between business

Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and client sponsors

Communicate project status

and mitigation strategies proactively

Lead multiple workstreams (Functional

Integration & Data Migration

Ensure adherence to Agile / Activate / Waterfall / Hybrid methodologies

Manage dependencies across SAP and external systems

cross-functional teams (onshore/offshore/partners)

Drive high performance

Optimize resource allocation and utilization

Manage program budgets

and financial performance

Track effort consumption

Ensure alignment with contracts

Proactively identify and mitigate delivery risks

Drive structured change control and scope management

Clearly articulate business impact and mitigation plans

Ensure high solution quality through design reviews

Enforce SAP best practices and compliance standards

Maintain audit readiness and documentation

Oversee cutover planning and deployment activities

Ensure smooth transition to hypercare and support teams

Drive post-go-live stability and issue resolution

Identify opportunities to optimize delivery and reduce costs

Track business outcomes and value realization

Promote reuse of accelerators and best practice

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with senior stakeholders; Lead global, cross-functional teams (onshore/offshore/partners); Drive collaboration within teams

Communication Scope

Excellent stakeholder management and communication; Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies proactively; Clearly articulate business impact and mitigation plans

Process & Methodology

End-to-end SAP program delivery, Scope, timeline, cost, and quality management, Governance frameworks, Reporting cadence, Escalation mechanisms, Agile / Activate / Waterfall / Hybrid methodologies, Dependency management, Resource allocation and utilization, Budget management, Forecasting, Financial performance management, Risk management, Issue management, Change management, Cutover planning, Deployment activities

Full Job Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. We are looking for an experienced SAP Delivery & Governance Manager to lead large-scale SAP transformation programs, including S/4HANA implementations and upgrades. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will own end-to-end delivery , drive governance, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure successful program outcomes aligned to business goals. If you are passionate about delivering complex SAP programs, managing global teams, and driving measurable business value—this role is for you. Delivery Ownership & Governance * Own and drive end-to-end SAP program delivery (S/4HANA, ECC, BW, SuccessFactors, Ariba, etc.) * Ensure delivery within scope, timeline, cost, and quality benchmarks * Establish strong governance frameworks, reporting cadence, and escalation mechanisms Stakeholder Management * Act as the primary interface between business, IT leadership, and vendors * Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and client sponsors * Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies proactively Program & Project Leadership * Lead multiple workstreams: * F

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