Head of Product Management for Cloud ERP SCM - Asset & Service

Job Description

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Your Future Role

SAP powers 84% of global commerce and is trusted by 98 of the world’s 100 largest companies, making it one of the most influential technology companies in shaping global supply chains.

The Cloud ERP SCM unit is responsible for the SCM portfolio within SAP’s Cloud ERP, spanning Asset Management, Quality Management, Manufacturing Foundation, Transportation Management, Core Logistics, Warehouse Management, , Plan to Execute, Advanced Variant Configuration and Integrated Product Development. Together, these components form the backbone of seamless supply chain operations worldwide and are an integrated suite of top-tier, best-of-breed supply‑chain management modules that work seamlessly together to provide comprehensive, specialized, and consistently interoperable SCM capabilities.

As Head of Product Management for Cloud ERP SCM - Asset and Service, you will lead our Cloud ERP SCM efforts, with a strong focus on Asset and Service Management. In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining and executing strategies to compete aggressively in a market with intense competition, leveraging SAP’s strengths in integration and embedded experiences.

Expectations and Tasks

We’re looking for a candidate who brings deep expertise in asset and service management processes combined with hands-on SAP product and consulting experience. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual who can successfully navigate a complex and evolving organization and deliver outstanding results.

• Shape and drive the product strategy and roadmap for Cloud ERP SCM, focusing on Asset and Service Management.

• Develop and implement aggressive competition strategies against best-of-breed vendors by providing an integrated and embedded solution portfolio.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful integration, measurable adoption, and business impact, while overseeing seamless integration of Cloud ERP SCM solutions into SAP’s product portfolio.

• Lead market research and analysis efforts to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitive environments, and translate these insights into strategic product decisions.

• Define and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success and impact of product initiatives, and continuously improve based on data-driven insights.

• Foster innovation by staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and evaluating their potential to enhance Cloud ERP SCM offerings.

• Provide thought leadership and represent SAP at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements to build the company's reputation in the market.

• Carry out build-buy-partner analysis for the product portfolio.

• Work closely together with the broader product management heads within supply chain to ensure a coherent product strategy end to end.

• Identify and drive the next generation of product innovation driven by Artificial Intelligence that drives customer value and adoption.

• Drive Partnerships with the right product vendors to drive synergies.

• Support M&A initiatives including identifying targets and due diligence.

• Lead and inspire a team of experts to achieve common goals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Education and Qualification / Skills and Competencies

• Master's degree (preferably an MBA) in Business Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• 10-15 years of professional experience in product management and/or consulting in supply chain and asset/service management.

• Deep, practical expertise in SAP products and SCM processes, with a strong focus on Cloud ERP and SAP S/4HANA integrations preferred.

• Proven track record of developing and executing competitive strategies and comprehensive product roadmaps, especially in markets with strong competition.

• Proven experience in managing customer relationships, understanding customer needs, and delivering solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

• Exceptional analytical skills to define and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive data-driven decision-making.

• Strong leadership and team management skills, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

• Superior communication, intercultural, and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, results-oriented mindset.

• Trusted team player able to work independently and influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.

• Highly adaptable and resilient, with the ability to manage shifting priorities, demands, and timelines in a complex and evolving organization.

• Experience in an asset centric industry and in Strategy Consulting firms are an added advantage.

Meet the Team

You will be joining the Cloud ERP SCM Leadership Team, a highly influential and collaborative group steering SAP's supply chain management core offering. Our team values strategic thinking, effective leadership, and proactive delivery of outstanding results. As a key member, you will leverage your expertise and collaborate with leaders to drive our collective success.

*Position can be based in any global location near a SAP office

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.

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Requisition ID: 446407 | Work Area: Solution and Product Management | Expected Travel: 0 - 50% | Career Status: Executive | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid

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