SAP ILM Project Manager / SAP ILM Transformation Lead

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We are seeking an experienced SAP ILM Project Manager / Transformation Lead to support enterprise-wide SAP transformation initiatives, including SAP S/4HANA migrations, data archiving, information lifecycle management, data retention, compliance, and governance programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and SAP expertise and be capable of leading complex global deployments across multiple regions.

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Key Responsibilities

<>Project Management

• Lead end-to-end SAP ILM and S/4HANA transformation projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate global deployment activities across multiple business units and regions.
• Drive UAT planning, cutover, go-live, and hypercare activities.

<>SAP ILM & Data Governance

• Implement and manage SAP ILM solutions for data retention, archiving, and destruction.
• Define and enforce data retention policies aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Support SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA migration and data lifecycle strategies.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, audit, and business stakeholders on governance initiatives.

<>Change Management & Stakeholder Management

• Drive organizational change and user adoption activities.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and executive reporting.
• Partner with process owners and business leaders to ensure alignment with global standards.

<>Process Optimization

• Identify opportunities to streamline business processes through SAP technologies.
• Support procurement, finance, and shared-service transformation initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise governance frameworks and controls.

<>Tools & Technologies

• SAP ILM (Information Lifecycle Management)
• SAP S/4HANA
• SAP Data Archiving
• SAP Information Governance
• SAP Solution Manager
• SAP Ariba (Preferred)
• Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project
• PMI / PROSCI Methodologies

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 5+ years of SAP Project Management or SAP Transformation experience.
• Hands-on experience with SAP ILM, data archiving, retention management, and compliance programs.
• Experience supporting SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA environments.
• Strong understanding of data governance, records management, GDPR, SOX, or regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working in global, cross-functional environments.

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Preferred Qualifications

• SAP ILM Implementation Experience.
• SAP S/4HANA Migration Programs.
• SAP Archiving and Data Volume Management.
• PROSCI Change Management Certification.
• PMP / PMI Certification.
• Procurement, P2P, or Shared Services Transformation experience.