REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Project/program management experience, including at least 3 full-cycle ERP, planning, or supply chain transformation projects
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams in a matrixed and culturally diverse environment
• Experience of project governance, risk management, milestone tracking, and financial control
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred
• Deep understanding of SAP IBP modules (Demand, Supply, Inventory, Response & Supply, Control Tower)
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, APO, or other advanced planning systems a strong advantage
• Familiarity with key planning processes such as S&OP, demand forecasting, constrained supply planning, scenario modelling, and analytics
• Knowledge of data integration, master data management, and performance metrics in IBP context
• Background in supply chain, manufacturing, or commercial operations in a regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare) is highly desirable
• Appreciation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory compliance, and quality systems
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, from executive sponsors to end users
• Proven ability to translate technical concepts into business value and decision-making frameworks
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels
• Demonstrated success managing change in complex business environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, IT, Business, or related field is desirable
• Experience with Agile/Hybrid project delivery frameworks
• Experience working with third-party consultants or SAP partners
• Experience in post-merger integrations or global harmonisation initiatives

• Lead end-to-end global implementation of SAP IBP, including project scoping, planning, execution, and transition to business-as-usual
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across supply chain, manufacturing, commercial, finance, and IT to define and deliver an integrated planning vision
• Oversee vendor management, systems integrators, and cross-functional workstreams
• Ensure alignment of IBP capabilities (e.g., Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, S&OP, Control Tower) with business objectives
• Drive change management and stakeholder engagement to ensure user adoption and value realisation
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory, quality, and data governance standards