Program Director, Transformational Leadership

Overview

This role is responsible for the planning, execution and management of complex and large transformation engagements at TCS clients. It coordinates the work of TCS and client team members for one or more projects and oversees transformation projects, including business process improvements and ERP implementations.

• Coordinate project timelines with the team to ensure checkpoints and goals are met to the client’s satisfaction
• Collaborate with the project manager(s) in the management of overall resource allocation and capacity planning for the project(s)
• Manage program-level status, metrics, issues and risks and oversee overall completion and sign-off on program deliverables
• Leverage broad business and technical expertise to address technology architecture, blueprinting, data analysis, business modeling, technical design, application development, integration, and enablement
• Provide leadership and guidance to project managers and client leadership teams assigned to the projects
• Lead or collaborate in scoping prospective engagements and developing proposals
• Accountable for the successful delivery of all project phases, releases, and project components for transformation projects
• Responsible for overall quality, engagement, and adherence to the schedule and budget for the project
• Produce recognized pieces of transformational thought leadership and present at industry events

• Experience leading large global business transformation program delivery with proven track record and a deep understanding of business values of transformation programs/objectives
• Ability to speak business language, guide business counterparts towards the right SAP solution and translate business requirements into technical requirements; experience leading sales opportunities
• At least five (5) full life cycle ERP implementations with multi-module implementations (Finance, Sales, Production, Purchasing, Warehouse)
• A minimum of ten (10) years prior transformational ERP consulting or equivalent industry experience
• At least six (6) years’ experience in proposal and business case development
• Proven sales experience
• Ability to articulate the businesses enabled by SAP S/4
  
  HANA
• Ability to lead business workshops with key stakeholders and derive outcomes
• Expert understanding of program financials and processes
• Provide accurate estimates, timelines, and ability to self-direct and mentor/manage teams and clients
• Deep understanding of industry-specific KPI’s and benefits of S/4
  
  HANA functionality to enable the business
• Prior working knowledge of configuration and features of key S/4 HANA
• Experience managing 20+ resources
• Willingness to travel up to 100%
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required