SAP Project Manager

About ICAPE Group

ICAPE Group is a leading global distributor of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) and technical parts made from plastics and composite materials. Experiencing strong growth and operating in over 60 countries the Group is driven by innovation international expansion and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

This rapid expansion is supported by major strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the Groups Information System creating a dynamic and stimulating environment for an experienced Project Manager.

Reporting directly to the IS Manager the IS & Projects Department plays a strategic role at Group level. As a Project Manager you will ensure operational performance and drive digital transformation by translating business challenges into a technological roadmap optimizing business processes and creating value.

Key Responsibilities

1) Program Management & Governance

• Build and manage SAP project planning roadmap and key milestones (Blueprint Build Testing Cutover Hypercare).
• Lead governance bodies: Steering Committees (COPIL) Project Committees (COPROJ) and workshops with SAP experts.
• Budget management experience is a strong plus.

2) SAP Lifecycle & Ecosystem Expertise

• Maintain a clear understanding of the SAP landscape (S/4HANA Cloud Fiori BTP).
• Understand major SAP modules (FI/CO MM SD PP QM HR EWM) without necessarily being a functional consultant.
• Work effectively with both application maintenance teams (TMA) and external system integrators.

3) Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Identify impacts on IT systems interfaces data flows and business processes.

• Challenge business requirements by leveraging SAP standard functionalities.

• Coordinate testing phases and secure go-live readiness:

  • Cutover planning
  • Data migration strategy
  • Communication and deployment plan

4) Leadership & Stakeholder Communication

• Translate SAP topics into clear language for non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide functional leadership to internal teams and external partners.
• Facilitate workshops with business teams business analysts and SAP consultants.

5) Cross-functional Expertise

• Strong knowledge of project methodologies is required (Waterfall Agile SAP Activate for SAP-related streams).
• Good understanding of business processes (Finance Supply Chain Procurement).
• Strong exposure to solution integration principles.
• Knowledge of ITIL fundamentals.
• Familiarity with change management principles.

6) Contribution to the Project Management Community

• Contribute to knowledge sharing best practices and continuous improvement within the project community.
• Support pre-sales activities by contributing to commercial proposals alongside internal teams.

Candidate Profile

• Education: Masters degree (Engineering School / University / Business School) in Information Systems.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in managing complex SAP IT projects.
• Technical background: Strong SAP environment exposure.
• Soft skills: Strong analytical mindset structured approach excellent communication skills with both IT and business stakeholders adaptability.
• Languages: Fluent French and professional English (minimum C1 level).

Contract & Benefits

• Contract type: Permanent contract (CDI) Executive status
• Location: Fontenay-aux-Roses (France)
• Remote work: Up to 2 days per week possible
• Compensation: Attractive package (fixed salary business performance bonus)
• Benefits: Health insurance (mutuelle) subsidized canteen benefit