Cloud Lifecycle Automation (CLA) Product Manager Private Cloud Edition Packaged

Job Description

We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and enhancing features that enable customers with a Private Cloud Edition (PCE) Packaged subscription contract to be successfully onboarded and supported through the customer lifecycle management process. You will ensure that the Cloud Lifecycle Automation (CLA) toolchain aligns with current and future business initiatives and evolves with new technological trends.

Key responsibilities include:

• Understanding the Private Cloud Offering, including the PCE Packaged subscription model and apply them to the tool chain of Cloud Lifecycle Automation (CLA)
• Translating commercialization changes from Service and Portfolio Owners into clear, detailed features.
• Developing a strong understanding of the Cloud Lifecycle Automation (CLA) applications within the toolchain and tailoring them for PCE Packaged Onboarding.
• Applying knowledge of Gurobi or linear programming techniques to solve business problems in PCE Packaged subscription deals.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating activities within the PCE Packaged stream to ensure smooth execution.
• Responsible for the quality of the product developments / releases
• Partnering with the Product Manager and Process Manager to align on goals, scope, and priorities.
• Acting as the primary counterpart to IT stakeholders to support effective coordination across teams.
• Overseeing and planning release activities and ensuring milestone adherence.
• Monitoring Jira items, maintaining them for the horizontal stream, and preparing detailed progress reports.
• Organizing and facilitating workshops, concept sessions, and related stream events.
• Ensuring timely communication and alignment with all relevant stakeholders.
• Tracking project progress, managing dependencies, and ensuring expectations are met.
• Coordinating stakeholder communication and following up on required action items.
• Identifying potential risks, notifying Cloud Lifecycle Automation (CLA) Program Management, and recommending mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Ensuring deliverables meet defined quality standards and are delivered within the agreed timeframe.
• Maintaining clear, timely communication across all levels to foster engagement and transparency.

This position requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to effectively manage project activities and ensure successful project completion.

What you bring :

• 5+ years of experience in project management roles.
• Understanding of Agile project management and Scrum frameworks.
• Strong familiarity with Jira and other project management tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's Degree: Preferably in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications: PMP, Scrum Master Certification, or similar project management certifications are a plus.
• Experience in IT project management.
• Prior experience with risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Experience with horizontal stream management in a corporate setting.

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Requisition ID: 447577 | Work Area: Information Technology | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid