SAP Project Manager l Belgium

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SAP Project Manager to lead strategic SAP implementation, migration, and transformation initiatives. In this role, you will drive complex projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery excellence, alignment with business strategy, and the adoption of modern SAP principles, specifically focusing on Clean Core architecture and the Business Data Fabric strategy., * S/4HANA & RISE Program Leadership: Lead full-lifecycle SAP projects, including Greenfield implementations, Brownfield conversions, and cloud-based migrations under the RISE with SAP offering.

• Clean Core Governance: Ensure that all custom extensions and developments adhere to "Clean Core" principles by leveraging SAP BTP for side-by-side extensibility, minimizing technical debt for future upgrades.
• Data & Analytics Transformation: Oversee the deployment of the Business Data Fabric using SAP Datasphere and manage the modernization roadmap for legacy environments (SAP BW) migrating to the Cloud (BDC/Datasphere).
• SAP Activate Methodology: Rigorously implement SAP Activate phases, specifically leading Fit-to-Standard workshops to promote process standardization and best practice adherence.
• Project Governance: Define and manage project scope, roadmaps, deliverables, budgets, and timelines while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Stakeholder & Risk Management: Facilitate executive reporting and steering committee meetings while proactively mitigating project risks and dependencies.
• Change Management: Guide user adoption strategies and post-go-live stabilization to maximize business impact and ensure smooth digital transitions.
• Guide change management, user adoption strategies, and post-go-live stabilization to maximize business impact.
• Mentor and coach project team members, fostering a high-performance delivery culture.

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale SAP programs, including S/4HANA, ECC, SAP Analytics, or SAP Cloud solutions.
• Proven track record of delivering complex SAP implementations and migrations on time and within budget.
• Strong expertise in SAP Activate, ASAP, or other SAP project methodologies.
• Solid understanding of enterprise architecture, data migration strategies, and integration patterns.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills at both business and executive levels.
• Professional proficiency in English and French (written and spoken); Dutch is a plus., * PMP, Prince2, or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience managing SAP projects in multi-country / multi-entity environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and SAP cloud migration strategies.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance, data governance, and cybersecurity considerations in SAP landscapes.

Talan is an international consulting group specializing in transformation and innovation through technology. Present across five continents and in 21 countries, our Great Place to Work-certified group brings together more than 7,000 consultants. We support major organizations in navigating complex digital transformations. In Belgium and internationally, Talan advises and supports companies and public institutions in delivering their transformation and innovation projects. The group expects to reach €600 million in revenue in 2024 and aims to exceed €1 billion in revenue by 2026. At the heart of our strategy is our SAP Center of Excellence. We position ourselves as the partner of choice for designing, deploying, and optimizing the entire SAP suite : At the heart of our strategy is our SAP Center of Excellence. We position ourselves as the partner of choice for designing, deploying, and optimizing the entire SAP suite: * S/4HANA Migrations & RISE with SAP: We guide our clients through their transition to the "Intelligent Enterprise," securing the move to S/4HANA and leveraging the full potential of the RISE with SAP offering. * Business Solutions: We hold recognized expertise in critical modules, including Finance (FI/CO), Logistics, and Human Capital Management via SAP SuccessFactors. * Cutting-edge Data & Analytics: We master modern data architectures through deep expertise in SAP Datasphere, BW/4HANA, and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). * Cloud Innovation: We integrate AI and Data Intelligence within the SAP environment to transform data into a true performance lever.