Project manager - sap s/4 hana

Up to $195,000 (inc super) depending on super

DWS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, end-to-end SAP S/4HANA transformation programs within a manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact role driving business-critical initiatives across application and engineering domains, while leading and influencing teams both onshore and offshore. You will play a pivotal role in delivering enterprise-scale programs, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across business and technology functions.

Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency (PR), or other permanent work rights – DWS are unable to sponsor or support visas.

Location: East Melbourne

Type: Max Term

Start: ASAP

Length: 12 months

Style: Hybrid; 3+ days onsite

Salary: up to $195,000 (inc super) depending on experience

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of SAP S/4HANA projects from initiation through to successful deployment and hypercare
• Manage complex programs across manufacturing operations, engineering, and enterprise systems
• Drive alignment between business objectives and technical solutions
• Lead and coordinate distributed teams (onshore and offshore), ensuring effective collaboration and performance
• Own project governance including scope, budget, timelines, risks, and quality delivery
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders, providing clear communication and status reporting
• Ensure integration across application delivery, engineering systems, and operational processes
• Champion best practice project delivery methodologies (Agile / Hybrid / Waterfall as appropriate)
• A formal Project Management certification such as CBAP is highly regarded

• Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering SAP S/4HANA implementations or transformations
• Strong background in manufacturing environments, with understanding of production, supply chain, and engineering processes
• Demonstrated success managing end-to-end project lifecycles in complex enterprise organisations
• Experience leading global delivery teams, including offshore models
• Ability to operate at both:
  • Strategic business leadership level, and
  • Hands-on delivery / execution level
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with ability to influence at executive level
• Experience managing both application and engineering-focused initiatives
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) highly regarded

Since 1991, DWS has been helping organisations across Australia reimagine what's possible through technology, business, and management consulting. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Canberra, our 300+ locally based consultants bring deep expertise and fresh thinking to every project. We deliver end-to-end solutions spanning IT consulting, Staff Augmentation, Managed Delivery, Data & Analytics, Cloud, AI and Automation. Our strength lies in our people; each consultant is carefully selected for their expertise, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Together, we deliver impactful solutions that drive innovation, efficiency, and long‐term value. At DWS, we don't just meet expectations - we redefine them.

DWS encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.