85153BR

Job Title:

SAP S/4HANA Release Delivery Leader – Erlanger, KY

Department/Function:

Information Technology

Job Description:

SAP S/4HANA Release Delivery Leader – Erlanger, KY

This is a full-time, exempt level position.

Position Summary:

The Solution Delivery Organization is aligned within the enterprise process framework to the Accountable Executive/Global Process Owner (AE/GPO) organization for the purpose of business technology strategy development, solution discovery, service management, risk management and relationship management. As a member of the Solution Delivery Organization, the Release Delivery Leader will help manage the delivery of complex, cross functional process and system solutions which enable ADM’s strategy. The Release Delivery Leader will partner closely with the Solution Leader(s), Solution Architect(s), System Integrators, Program Management, as well as business and process experts to ensure a release hits agreed to quality, budget, and schedule targets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with release leadership to ensure delivery of solutions in SAP and other enterprise solutions across major business processes such as Order To Cash, Procure To Pay, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Quality, Record to Report

• Work with business stakeholders, solution leaders and architects, implementation partners and steady state support teams to enable business outcomes and ensure quality of enterprise solutions

• Provide input to work estimates, project and team level planning, and monitor execution against agreed to plans for a given release

• Monitor work products of team members to ensure standard processes are followed when creating and maintaining solutions documentation for projects, enhancements, and support requests.

• Provide regular and accurate status updates and other documentation to management and team members for assigned project, support, and enhancement work.

• Facilitate integration with other IT delivery team members to ensure efficient and effective design, development and implementation of solutions.

• Ensure adherence to global SAP design, architecture, development standards and guidelines se.

• Provide SAP functional & technical expertise in multiple process areas, as well as demonstrated knowledge of key integration points across SAP modules and technical components.

• Guide complex fit/gap analysis and design decisions and validate fit/gap analysis and design decisions completed by less experienced team members; ensure deviations from “out of the box” functionality have sufficient business justification and positive value proposition

• Facilitate the relationship with development (RICEFW) team leaders; ensure teams are providing needed quality and development throughput

• Share knowledge of technology risks and opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the respective process area

• Mentor and monitor progress of junior level personnel on complex projects

• Support project implementation transition to the support organization through documentation and knowledge transfer.

• Partner with other process and system experts to identify and implement continuous improvements opportunities

Job Requirements:

• 12 to 15 years’ experience with progressive responsibility in multiple SAP modules; experience with S/4HANA highly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years working in a project or release management role

• Knowledge of standard SAP localizations in major geographical areas

• Minimum of three full-lifecycle SAP deployments

• Knowledge of SAP solutions covering Manufacturing, Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Finance

• Exhibits ability to work both in a team environment and independently

• Strong analytical, organization, time management, facilitation, and process management skills

• Demonstrated high level of written, verbal and interpersonal skills to communicate technical and non-technical information, ideas, procedures and processes to various stakeholders

• Able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, and with all levels of the organization and cope with rapidly changing information

• Ability to evaluate and negotiate priorities and adapt to new/evolving individual and team assignments as adjustments are needed.

• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of an organization how current trends and technology can address identified business needs and capabilities

• Interact and deal effectively with all levels of employees while maintaining a professional manner; willingness and effectiveness in challenging the status-quo.

• Maintains a positive work environment through teamwork & conflict resolution

• Expected to work occasional weekends, holidays, overtime, or a variety of shifts, when needed, to meet deadlines

• Ability and willingness to travel by auto and air as needed to achieve business objectives

• Bachelor’s degree related to Information Systems, Business or other relevant academic discipline

Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

85153BR

City:

Erlanger

State:

KY - Kentucky

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.

• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.