About Us: Hitachi Energy is a pioneering organization in the energy sector, committed to driving innovation and sustainability. We operate in a hybrid work environment, combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative benefits of on-site presence. 

We are seeking a highly skilled SAP CoE Project Manager to lead and manage various SAP projects within our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP functional or technical areas, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive SAP projects to successful completion while ensuring alignment with our organizational goals.

We are looking forward to your application! Please upload your documents in English.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and manage SAP projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget 

• Develop project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation

• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units

• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies

• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to stakeholders and senior management

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. 

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Utilize project management tools and methodologies to track and report on project performance

• Provide expertise in SAP functional and technical areas, including SAP modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, and others preferably in S4AHANA projects 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the SAP CoE

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus

• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a focus on SAP projects

• Proven experience managing SAP projects in a hybrid work environment

• Strong understanding of SAP functional and technical areas, including configuration, customization, and integration

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, ServiceNow)

• Fluent in English and Japanese

• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time