SAP-S/4 HANA Deployment DirectorLocation: USA Remotely.
Note on Travel & Location: This is a remote position. Candidates must be based within or near Portsmouth, NH, or Houston TX, or Walkersville, MD to facilitate travel and face-to-face engagements with all US sites.
We are seeking a high-caliber Deployment Director who will be responsible for leading the deployment of a global SAP S/4HANA template across multiple international sites. This role ensures standardized processes are implemented consistently while accommodating local business and regulatory requirements. This is a high-visibility leadership role driving strategy, execution, and stakeholder alignment.
What you will get:The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between
$165,750.00 to $232,050.00. Compensation within this range will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Performance-related bonus program.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with competitive company matching.
- Company-paid life insurance, alongside short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and retirement options.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do:- Global Template Rollout Delivery: Lead end-to-end S/4HANA deployment across sites within scope, budget, and timeline.
- Template Governance: Enforce global template standards and manage essential localization requirements.
- Stakeholder Alignment: Serve as the main contact for business & program Management to report progress and manage expectations.
- Execution & Planning: Oversee detailed rollout phases including testing, system integration, and vendor coordination.
- Risk Control: Track project risks, apply proactive fixes, and escalate critical issues quickly.
- Change Management: Support communication plans; drive change impact and end-user training for smooth adoption.
- Cutover & Go-Live: Supervise data migration, manage the final cutover, and ensure business continuity during hypercare.
What we are looking for:- Proven experience in leading full SAP S4/HANA (Greenfield, Brownfield, or Rollout) life cycle deployment project in a global enterprise environment.
- Good understanding of core SAP modules (FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, QM, PM, etc.) and cross-functional integration.
- Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, multi-country deployments with external implementation partners.
- Deep experience in project governance, PMO methodologies, budget control, and stakeholder communication.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, Global matrixed, and culturally diverse organizations.
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering or related field is required.
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