Project Manager / Scrum Master (SAP S/4HANA)

Job Title: Project Manager / Scrum Master (SAP S/4HANA)Location: Atlanta, GA 30308 (Hybrid: 2x/Week)Duration: 6+ Months, Long-term.Industry: Rail Transportation. Role OverviewThe Project Manager / Scrum Master (PM/SM) will lead delivery across SAP IT and custom IT development initiatives, including SAP S/4HANA, cloud platforms, and proprietary systems such as LMIS (Locomotive Maintenance Information System). This role requires managing complex, multi-stream projects while also serving as Scrum Master for multiple agile teams.Key ResponsibilitiesManage end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation through implementation, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and quality targetsLead agile delivery by serving as Scrum Master across up to 2–3 teams, facilitating ceremonies and removing impedimentsDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, and resource allocationsCoordinate cross-functional teams and multiple workstreams to prevent delivery conflicts and dependenciesDrive communication across stakeholders, scrum teams, vendors, and leadershipManage third-party vendors and system integrators within agile frameworksEnsure effective change management, risk mitigation, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycleOversee preparation of project documentation, status reporting, and budgetingProvide day-to-day leadership to project teams and ensure alignment with business objectivesUtilize project management tools such as MS Project, Visio, Excel, and WordProject PortfolioProject 1: SAP Cloud TransformationSolution Manager to SAP Cloud ALMReplace SAP Solution Manager 7.2 with SAP Cloud ALM across the enterprise landscapePhased implementation:Application & Business Process MonitoringChange Management for BTP transports (CTMS)Change Management for S/4HANA transports (CTS)Enable unified monitoring for SAP BTP, Datasphere, SAC, and SuccessFactorsGRC Migration to SAP S/4HANA Private CloudMigrate SAP GRC 12.0 from on-premise DB2 to SAP HANA private cloudPrepare environment for SAP GRC 26 adoptionProject 2: Source-to-Pay Transformation (SAP S/4 & Ariba)Implement an integrated procurement ecosystem across SAP S/4HANA and AribaStandardize sourcing, procurement, contracting, invoicing, and reporting processesEnable real-time analytics for spend visibility, supplier performance, and complianceReduce manual processes and improve data synchronization across systemsProject 3: Rail Health Management SystemDesign and implement a Rail Health Management Dashboard within an Angular-based Rail Planning Interface (RPI)Support planning, scheduling, execution tracking, and compliance for rail maintenanceLeverage existing authentication, UI standards, and system architectureRequired Qualifications5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA and cloud-based projectsProven experience managing large, complex programs with multiple workstreamsHands-on experience in Agile/Scrum environments, including vendor coordinationCertified Scrum Master with at least 3+ years of experience leading agile teamsAbility to manage Scrum responsibilities across multiple teams simultaneouslyExperience with third-party vendors and system integrators in distributed delivery modelsKnowledge of SAP ecosystem components including:SAP S/4HANASAP Sourcing / AribaSAP GRCSAP Solution Manager / SAP Cloud ALMStrong understanding of cloud-based SAP landscapes and integrationsPreferred QualificationsExperience with SAP Finance modules (FI, FI-TAX) and SAP PI/POExperience managing proprietary or custom-built enterprise applicationsFamiliarity with transportation, rail, or asset management systems (e.g., LMIS)Experience supporting M&A-related project initiativesCore CompetenciesStrong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skillsExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilitiesAdvanced project planning, risk management, and problem-solving skillsAbility to operate in highly technical, fast-paced environmentsThe Project Manager / Scrum Master (SAP S/4HANA) is responsible for leading end-to-end delivery of complex SAP and custom IT initiatives across cloud platforms and proprietary systems, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and multi-stream dependencies. The role combines traditional project management with Scrum Master duties for 2–3 agile teams, including facilitating ceremonies, removing impediments, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and vendors, managing risks, change, and documentation, and ensuring alignment with business objectives using tools such as MS Project, Visio, Excel, and Word. Required qualifications include 5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA and cloud-based projects, proven delivery of large multi-workstream programs, hands-on Agile/Scrum experience, Certified Scrum Master credential with 3+ years leading agile teams, ability to manage multiple teams concurrently, vendor and system integrator management in distributed models, and strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, Ariba/Sourcing, GRC, and Solution Manager/Cloud ALM within cloud-integrated landscapes. Preferred qualifications include experience with SAP FI/FI-TAX and PI/PO modules, custom enterprise applications, transportation or asset management systems (e.g., LMIS), and M&A-related projects.