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Project Manager, SAP S4 Functional

McCain Foods

Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Full Time
Mid Level
86k-114k
27 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

McCain is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to ensure seamless execution within their scope on a global digital transformation. This individual will lead the project management for key initiatives within the SAP S/4HANA Business Transformation program. The role involves working closely with McCain business, process, functional, technical, data, and S4 SI resources to plan, execute, monitor, control, and govern data-specific execution areas within SAP S/4HANA business transformation, covering functional areas such as finance, procure to pay, Vistex, order to cash, plan to schedule, supply chain, market to order, commercials, and manufacturing. The position requires a good communicator with experience in managing risks, adjusting schedules, and leading projects to make a tangible impact on a global scale within a premier food company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with business, process, functional, and Digital Technology stakeholders to coordinate, plan, and conduct workshops.
  • Collaborate with business, functional, process, and technical team members to analyze and document key decisions leveraging McCain's framework and tools.
  • Project plan, execute, and govern the appropriate configuration work in S/4HANA landscape to address mandatory changes in partnership with key teams from McCain and S4 SI partner.
  • Support Organizational Change Management (OCM), business, process, and functional stakeholders on change initiatives resulting from the migration from SAP ECC legacy platform to SAP S/4HANA.
  • Structure, define, and operationalize progress reports and status dashboards.
  • Develop best practices, scalable mechanisms, and repeatable processes across all phases of the business transformation: planning, blueprinting, design, build, test, and deploy.
  • Utilize project tracking and management principles (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid); map resources, track dependencies and risks, and assess impacts of change across workstreams.
  • Ensure OCM plans align with overall project timelines and work with the OCM team to address conflicts and interdependencies.
  • Manage day-to-day team activities, organize and coordinate team efforts, and lead project status meetings and daily huddles.
  • Collaborate with partners to ensure contractual obligations are met.
  • Drive finance and resource management of assigned workstreams using McCain's tools and frameworks.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in SAP implementations, including end-to-end S/4HANA implementation.
  • Proven experience as a functional project manager in at least one global SAP S/4HANA implementation.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (SCRUM, SAFE) and PMP or SAP Activate Project Manager certification is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven decision-making approach.
  • Exposure to global delivery and deep understanding of SAP software and related technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira tool is highly desirable.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
  • Ability to approach conflict resolution and negotiation with confidence and tact.
  • Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a willingness to challenge the status quo.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

  • Educational background as specified in requirements.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary range of $85,500.00 - $114,000.00 USD annually plus bonus eligibility.
  • Health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.
  • Retirement savings benefits.
  • Leave support including medical, family, and bereavement leave.
  • Wellbeing programs such as vacation, holidays, volunteering time, and mental health resources.
  • Benefits vary by country, province, and role.

Working at McCain Foods

McCain is committed to creating a winning culture that prioritizes employee safety and wellbeing. The company values diversity, inclusion, and equity, recognizing that diversity drives creativity, resilience, and success. McCain is an accessible employer, providing accommodations during the recruitment process, and emphasizes a global, family-owned environment that reflects the communities in which it operates.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 14, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary86k-114k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

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About McCain Foods

Website

mccain.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Industry

Frozen Food Manufacturing

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