PROJECT MANAGER - SAP TRANSFORMATION - VOIS
Who we are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to lead complex, cross-market SAP transformation programmes within VOIS. This role is pivotal in driving change, enhancing business effectiveness, and ensuring seamless integration across global teams. The individual will be responsible for managing programme governance, stakeholder engagement (including C-level), and ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. The role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multi-cultural teams and vendors across geographies.
What you’ll do
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex SAP transformation projects across multiple markets.
- Establish and manage governance processes to ensure timely decision-making and alignment with key stakeholders.
- Partner with system integrators, Group and local market teams, and central functions (FinOps, SCM, BI, IT) to shape and execute the programme.
- Monitor and mitigate risks, issues, and escalations, ensuring transparency and progress reporting across the programme scope.
- Influence senior stakeholders (D and E band) to drive alignment and manage expectations regarding process and system changes.
- Ensure all deliverables meet the agreed scope, budget, and quality standards.
- Support new initiatives and business case development to secure local market engagement and sponsorship.
Who you are
- 5 to 10 years of proven experience in managing large-scale, global SAP ERP implementations, ideally within shared service environments.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior business and external partners.
- Relevant experience in at least two complex, multi-cultural project implementations.
- Skilled in project scoping, planning, budgeting, resource and vendor management.
- Fluent English.
- Business or telecoms related bachelor´s degree.
- SAFe certification is desirable.
- Excellent communication and abstract thinking skills, with a track record of delivering under pressure in complex environments.
- Telecoms industry experience (5+ years) and expertise in billing systems/data warehouse projects is a plus.
Not a perfect fit?
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What's in it for you
- Opportunity to lead high-impact, strategic transformation programmes across global markets.
- Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration at a global scale.
- Be part of a dynamic, innovation-driven environment with access to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
- Influence the future of business operations and digital transformation within a leading global organisation.
In return we provide you with:
- A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome
- A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team
- Access to internal trainings through Vodafone University and external trainings via other providers
- A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
- Opportunities to participate in company activities and Vodafone Foundation events
- Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)
- Cafeteria package
- Private Medical Services
- Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing and mental health
- Life and accident insurance
- You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year
- 16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption
- You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners
- You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week
What skills you will learn
- Advanced programme governance and stakeholder management in a multi-market context.
- Deep expertise in SAP ERP transformation and integration with legacy systems.
- Strategic decision-making and risk mitigation in high-pressure environments.
- Agile delivery methodologies, including SAFe frameworks.
- Cross-cultural leadership and virtual team management.
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
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