Senior Project Manager Maia

Senior Project Manager
Maia
Maia, Porto District, Portugal

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Location: Flexible (Remote/On-site) - Portugal

Freelance

Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Project Manager with expertise in SAP Financials and familiarity with SDLC. This role will focus on delivering Finance Transformation projects, ensuring they are
- time, within budget, and on scope. The Project Manager will work within a global,
- functional environment, applying project management methodologies to lead and align project activities effectively.

Tasks

• Project Planning and Execution: Lead and manage project lifecycles, including planning, directing, coordinating, and executing finance transformation projects in line with SDLC guidelines and organizational policies.
• Budget and Scope Management: Ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets, timelines, and scopes. Proactively address potential deviations from project plans to maintain project integrity.
• Cross-functional Team Leadership: Manage local and global teams effectively, driving alignment across
  - functional areas to meet project goals.
• Performance Measurement and Adjustments: Monitor project performance against targets, implementing remedial actions as necessary to address any variances.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with key business and IT stakeholders at multiple levels to ensure project requirements and timelines are met.
• Reporting and Dashboard Updates: Provide regular project tracking, updates, and dashboards to IT, Business PMO, and leadership for informed
  - making.
• Methodology Application: Apply Six Sigma, Process Excellence, or PM methodologies to optimize project outcomes, with PM/PMP/FPX certification highly preferred.

Requirements

• Technical Skills: SAP Financials, SDLC methodologies, and Project Management best practices.
• Freelance – 12 months contract
• Daily rate: up to 350EUR per day
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels and with diverse stakeholders.
• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to lead complex projects, preferably with Six Sigma, Process Excellence, or PMP certification.
• Analytical Skills: Skilled in tracking project performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective measures.