Practice Lead for Public Cloud

SAP Public Cloud Delivery Management Lead

NTT Data Business Solutions (NDBS) is a cutting-edge technology firm specialising in SAP solutions and cloud services. At NTT DATA Business Solutions, we drive innovation – from advisory and implementation, to managed services and beyond, we continuously improve SAP solutions and technology to make them work for companies.

NTT DATA Business Solutions Group is part of the NTT DATA Corporate Group a top 10 global IT services provider, headquartered in Tokyo, operating in more than 50 countries. We combine a global reach with local intimacy to provide premier professional SAP services from deep industry expertise consulting to applied innovations in digital, cloud, automation, and system development to business IT outsourcing.

As a global SAP Platinum Partner, NTT DATA Business Solutions Group leverages its global expertise to deliver quality outcomes whether you are a multi-national or operate in a single country. With over 12,000 SAP experts across 30 countries, we have the capability and reach to help you solve real problems and seize the next opportunity for growth around your SAP strategy and operations.

Our global award-winning SAP practice, differentiated by innovation is the undisputed leader in SAP S/4HANA. With a clear focus on Customer Success, NTT values include Client first, Foresight and Teamwork.

As the SAP Public Cloud Delivery Management Practice Lead at NDBS, you will play a pivotal role in leading our SAP Public Cloud delivery practice. You will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of SAP Public Cloud projects, driving excellence in delivery, client satisfaction, and practice growth.

Key tasks & activities

Responsible for managing and expanding Project and Programme managers within this sector. Accountable for supporting and guiding the team to successful project outcomes across the SAP Public Cloud engagements, whilst also being actively engaged on projects as a Programme Director or Senior Sponsor.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to embrace the future direction of SAP programmes with the adoption and enhancement of the delivery approach utilising the latest best practice tools. A significant part of the role will also involve engagement in pre-sales opportunities to help shape and validate propositions to be competitive whilst being able to deliver a quality outcome for the customer.

Responsibilities:

• Practice Leadership: Strategic leadership and direction to the SAP Public Cloud delivery practice, setting clear objectives and driving the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Project Oversight: Oversee the end-to-end delivery of SAP Public Cloud projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, project timelines, and budget constraints.
• Client Engagement: Active client engagement in the role of Project Sponsor or Delivery Director. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and objectives, and providing expert guidance on SAP Public Cloud solutions and services.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of SAP Public Cloud delivery managers and consultants, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Resource Allocation: Effectively allocate resources to support project activities, optimise resource utilisation, and ensure the successful delivery of multiple projects concurrently.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and best practices to maintain high standards of project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues to minimise disruptions and ensure the successful outcome of SAP Public Cloud projects.
• Tolls and templates: Embrace and develop best of breed templates to provide differentiation and effective delivery models.
• Practice Development: Drive the growth and development of the SAP Public Cloud delivery practice, staying abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Experience and background

• University degree level education.
• Experience in Public Cloud delivery management preferably SAP, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex Public Cloud projects and programmes.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence.
• Deep understanding of Public Cloud technologies, platforms, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to drive innovation, with the opportunity to shape the future of this exciting Public Cloud space

Benefits

NDBS offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including:

• A competitive group pension plan and life insurance
• One free Friday per calendar month over and above the usual holiday allocation
• “work where it works” policy for the UK
• Opportunity to work abroad for a number of set days per year
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle scheme, electric car scheme
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

GENERAL

• This is a project consulting role and will require travel to client sites
• Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps from people and leadership, products and expertise and project management.  Which route you take is up to you and we are on hand to provide guidance and support.  Join us to start the journey that is your career path.
• You will be expected to follow relevant policies, procedures and work instructions, and report to the appropriate superior if objectives cannot be met or a problem occurs, the resolution of which is outside the scope of his/her authority.
• The jobholder is empowered with the necessary authority to make decisions appropriate to the execution of the responsibilities and tasks outlined. The above Job Description does not limit the employee in executing his job in concurrence with his main area of responsibility or other relevant jobs that they may be required to do.
• NTT DATA is an equal opportunities employer.   Please advise us should you require special arrangements for the interview process.
• You must be eligible to work in the UK and prepared to undergo high level security clearance

We encourage you to consider becoming a part of our dynamic and innovative organization. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

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