SAP IT Project Manager

Excellent research needs state-of-the-art IT and innovative digital services. With a team of about 50 experts, we will redesign ISTA’s digital landscape over the next few years and implement an ambitious digital transformation programme to facilitate the Institute’s rapid growth. Join ISTA on an exciting journey, drive growth and innovation by implementing our ambitious 2026-2030 IT & Digital Transformation Strategy. As a project manager, you will be a key player in reshaping our digital campus by leading projects, modernizing and optimizing business processes and implementing innovative digital solutions in our SAP landscape.

• Lead and manage SAP projects related to FI, CO, PS, MM, WM, ARIBA, SAC and more modules from initial design to successful implementation, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to analyze business requirements and translate them into effective SAP solutions in close coordination with external implementation partners
• Serve as the main contact point for SAP related projects, providing expert guidance for future developments, upgrades, and system integrations
• Manage external consultants and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery and knowledge transfer
• Work closely with our IT & Digital Transformation team and key stakeholders across the Institute to foster synergies and drive transformation initiatives
• Ensure that project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards and align with project objectives and strategic goals
• Continuously refine and improve project management methodologies, tools, and best practices at the Institute

• Higher education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Solid experience working with SAP modules such as PS, WM, FICO or SAP Cloud Solutions
• Several years of professional experience in IT project management, preferably in SAP or enterprise system implementation projects
• In-depth knowledge of project management methods and tools as well as business process design and SAP Activate is a plus
• Sound technical understanding of transformation projects, system integration, and migration to cloud-based or hybrid environments
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, IPMA or equivalent)
• Ideally, experience in designing and implementing change management and digital transformation initiatives
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• You think strategically, act analytically, and are solution-oriented, demonstrating teamwork, adaptability, and resilience
• Experience in research institutes or universities is an advantage
• Working language is English; good working knowledge of German is a plus

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world-class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment.