SAP Deployment Lead

Subsea 7

Vacancy information

Subsea7 are seeking a SAP Deployment Lead to join our team in Westhill, Aberdeen on an initial 12 month contract.

Subsea7 are embarking on an ERP Transformation programme which involves replacing the current SAP solutions with more modern platforms together with the associated business process changes.

The transformation will be a multi-year programme following a Greenfield, Fit to Standard approach.

The strategic aim is to deliver a globally standard set of processes and associated data through a modern SAP platform leading to improved efficiency and operation of the business and providing valuable business insights from increased visualisation, analytics and automation.

Subsea7 will engage a Service Integrator (SI) and Change Management organisation to work with our IT and Business teams to design, build, test and deploy this business transformation programme.

The Deployment Lead role will provide leadership, management for planning and successful execution of multi-region deployments. The candidate will require to work closely with project team personnel, delivery partners and key business stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

  • Define, develop and implement a detailed plan for all cutover activities
  • Engage and lead resources in planning, testing and delivering the cutover plan and executions
  • Manage stakeholder relationships through effective communication and issue resolution to ensure stakeholders are engaged throughout the cutover planning and delivery
  • Ensures entry into and exit out of cutover stage gates are met including the final Go/No-Go meetings
  • Provide expert advice and information to stakeholders on emerging cutover issues and present recommendations to support project delivery in line with established plans, timeframes, and other relevant project priorities
  • Provides cutover status reporting to project leadership and key stakeholders
  • Support cutover communications, checkpoint processes and logistics to ensure smooth delivery against the plan
  • Drive continuous improvement for repeatable successful cutover delivery for each region

Skills and Experience required:

  • Experience in managing complex system deployments
  • Experience in planning business and technical cutover activities
  • Demonstrate good knowledge of SAP deployment best practices
  • Experience of working with and managing an SI partner
  • Strong business influencing skills
  • Good communication and negotiation skills and can interface across a spectrum of stakeholders
  • Pro-active, self-driven, forward looking and collaborative
  • Knowledge of project management methods, such as PRINCE2 and PMP

Who are we?

We are Subsea7, a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage.

In turn we will lift you up and encourage you to go further.  Onshore or offshore, embark on a journey of opportunities, continuous learning and development.

Start your journey with us today.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

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