Global Program Coordinator, SAP Next Gen Academies (Attract & Hire)

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.

About the Team

SAP Next Gen connects curious, ambitious, team-oriented students and early talent to SAP's global community of innovators, peers, and leaders. With access to hands-on experiences that sharpen skills, and the wisdom of the leaders shaping what's next, knowledge becomes impact and mentors become allies.

Our commitment is to empower the next generation of talent through tailored support and growth opportunities. SAP Next Gen supports three distinct groups through tailored programs: Students, Recent Graduates, and those seeking Entry-Level Jobs. The Academy programs are for recent graduates with 0-3 years of professional experience.

Build it.

In this role, you will partner closely with the global Attract & Hire Approach lead and Academy Program Management team to support the delivery of the Attract & Hire strategy across the SAP Next Gen Academies for Customer Success, Services & Consulting, Product Management and Cloud Delivery.

• Responsible for delivery of assigned sub projects related to recruiting, including demand planning, hiring timelines, job requisitions, and contribution/tracking of milestones
• Support stakeholder communication and alignment, working closely with Talent Discovery, role owners, Analytics & Reporting, and the broader Academy team.
• Support pipeline and selection strategy, including hiring profiles, candidate engagement activities, and interview preparation such as case study development.
• Coordinate hiring events, ensuring effective collaboration across regions and teams, including but not limited to on-site Bootcamp planning and execution.
• Collaborate with SAP NextGen and Employer Branding to execute recruiting marketing initiatives that attract top early-career talent.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and communication materials to support leadership updates and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyze recruiting and workforce data to identify trends and provide insights that support hiring strategy and program performance.
• Leverage AI tools, Microsoft 365, and project management platforms to improve operational efficiency and support continuous process improvement.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Prior experience in project management and/or recruiting is helpful
• Superb oral/written communication skills in English language
• Effectively collaborates in global virtual teams, coordinating with cultural awareness and respect across time zones
• Operates confidently in complex, fast‑paced environments, prioritizing tasks and driving results efficiently in a matrix organization
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proactive and strong problem-solving skills
• Highly detail oriented with a passion for operational excellence
• Proficient in MS Office & AI tools and quick in adopting new tools and technologies

Experience Requirements

• 1-3 years of professional working experience preferably in a project management capacity
• Experience working within operations-related fields is an advantage
• English: Fluent (Able to fluently understand and communicate verbally and in writing)
• University degree and/or Professional Training & Certification

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.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted annual combined range for this position is 69800 - 152300. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Requisition ID: 452020 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid