Job#: 2069404
Job Description:
SAP S/4HANA Cutover Lead (W2 only – no C2C / 1099)
Duration: 12+ months contract
Location: hybrid onsite in Dearborn, MI
We are seeking a highly skilled SAP S/4HANA Cutover Lead to manage the transition of business operations to a new SAP S/4HANA environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the cutover activities across multiple workstreams, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption to business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Cutover Planning & Execution
- Develop and manage the cutover strategy, plan, and detailed execution roadmap for SAP S/4HANA implementation.
- Define and coordinate cutover governance, roles & responsibilities, and stakeholder alignment.
- Work with business, IT, and third-party vendors to ensure alignment on cutover activities.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with system downtime, data migration, and business continuity.
- Develop and execute mock cutovers to validate and refine the cutover approach.
Data Migration & System Readiness
- Coordinate with data migration teams to ensure timely and accurate data transfer.
- Validate that all SAP S/4HANA system configurations and integrations are ready for go-live.
- Ensure that all necessary pre-cutover and post-cutover activities are completed on schedule.
Testing & Hypercare
- Oversee cutover testing, dress rehearsals, and dry-run execution.
- Work closely with the testing teams to ensure system stability post-cutover.
- Lead hypercare support post-go-live, ensuring smooth transition and issue resolution.
Stakeholder & Change Management
- Collaborate with business leaders, IT teams, and project managers to ensure seamless execution.
- Communicate cutover status, risks, and contingency plans to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Drive user adoption by coordinating training and support for end-users.
Skills Required:
- SAP Activate Project Manager Certification is mandatory.
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA SCM and related modules (e.g., MM, PP, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with SAP Activate methodology and agile project management.
- Familiarity with SAP Fiori, Business Process Automation, and SAP Cloud solutions.
- Experience managing SAP integrations with third-party applications.
Experience Required:
- 8-12 years of SAP project management experience, with at least 3+ years leading SAP S/4HANA projects.
- Expertise in managing complex SAP deployments, including multi-country rollouts.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a global, multicultural environment.
- Strong communication skills with a focus on risk management and mitigation.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
