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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / Program Manager to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).
SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / SAP Program Manager
Position Overview
The SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / SAP Program Manager is responsible for leading and managing large-scale SAP projects and business transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. The role involves overseeing end-to-end SAP implementations, S/4HANA programs, technical upgrades, and related non-SAP initiatives while ensuring successful project execution, stakeholder alignment, and achievement of business objectives. The candidate will provide strategic project leadership, manage project financials, risks, schedules, and resources, and drive delivery excellence in alignment with client expectations and organizational goals.
Day-to-Day Job Duties
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Develop project plans and schedules, manage timely execution of project activities, and oversee team availability, resource planning, and vacation schedules.
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Develop project charters, manage project scope, and initiate necessary change requests while ensuring alignment with corporate margin and revenue targets.
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Manage project risks, issues, and key decision-making processes, ensuring all critical decisions are captured and documented throughout project execution.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related escalations and coordinate their resolution in accordance with established project governance structures.
-
Provide accurate project status reporting in line with governance requirements, including internal and customer-facing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and Stage Gate reporting.
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Apply effective project management practices aligned with client culture while ensuring project objectives and expected business outcomes are achieved.
-
Concurrently manage multiple customer projects, providing day-to-day leadership to analyze requirements, develop designs, and implement SAP and related solutions.
-
Manage SAP greenfield implementations, brownfield technical upgrade projects, and smaller SAP initiatives, including related projects in non-SAP areas.
-
Work closely with SAP Program Managers, architects, technical teams, and functional analysts to ensure successful project delivery.
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Communicate effectively with clients regarding SAP projects, project methodology, technology, and functionality.
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Collaborate with client project leadership and participating vendors to define, architect, drive, and deliver cohesive project solutions.
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Lead delivery teams, drive desired professional behaviors, motivate team members, and create an environment that enables successful project performance.
-
Manage project financials, ensuring revenue and margin targets are achieved in line with expectations.
-
Engage with customer leadership and project stakeholders to demonstrate proposed approaches and solutions and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications
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Minimum 15+ years of SAP experience.
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Minimum 10+ years of experience in Program / Project Management.
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Minimum 5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA projects as a Project Manager.
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Minimum 6+ years of successful experience managing large-scale projects involving SAP as a key component for large enterprise clients.
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Minimum 5+ years of SAP Project Management experience.
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Experience managing at least 4 full lifecycle SAP implementation projects.
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Proven experience managing organizational and business process transformations and large-scale initiatives.
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Strong experience in SAP Activate Methodology.
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Experience managing project stakeholders and engaging with customer leadership.
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Experience managing project plans, schedules, scope, risks, issues, financials, and governance requirements.
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Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with team members at all organizational levels, from employees to executives.
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Strong focus on results, ensuring project objectives are achieved in terms of business value and financial performance.
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Ability to demonstrate and communicate the advantages of proposed approaches and solutions.
Nice to Have
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Experience managing SAP greenfield implementations and brownfield technical upgrade projects.
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Experience managing multiple concurrent SAP and non-SAP projects for enterprise customers.
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Experience collaborating with client leadership, third-party vendors, SAP architects, and cross-functional delivery teams.
Min/Required Qualifications
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Minimum 15+ years of SAP experience.
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Minimum 10+ years of experience in Program / Project Management.
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Minimum 5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA projects as a Project Manager.
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Minimum 5+ years of successful experience managing large-scale projects involving SAP as a key component for large enterprise clients.
LI-NorthAmerica
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
Req ID: 396902
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / Program Manager to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).
SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / SAP Program Manager
Position Overview
The SAP Project Manager Lead Advisor / SAP Program Manager is responsible for leading and managing large-scale SAP projects and business transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. The role involves overseeing end-to-end SAP implementations, S/4HANA programs, technical upgrades, and related non-SAP initiatives while ensuring successful project execution, stakeholder alignment, and achievement of business objectives. The candidate will provide strategic project leadership, manage project financials, risks, schedules, and resources, and drive delivery excellence in alignment with client expectations and organizational goals.
Day-to-Day Job Duties
-
Develop project plans and schedules, manage timely execution of project activities, and oversee team availability, resource planning, and vacation schedules.
-
Develop project charters, manage project scope, and initiate necessary change requests while ensuring alignment with corporate margin and revenue targets.
-
Manage project risks, issues, and key decision-making processes, ensuring all critical decisions are captured and documented throughout project execution.
-
Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related escalations and coordinate their resolution in accordance with established project governance structures.
-
Provide accurate project status reporting in line with governance requirements, including internal and customer-facing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and Stage Gate reporting.
-
Apply effective project management practices aligned with client culture while ensuring project objectives and expected business outcomes are achieved.
-
Concurrently manage multiple customer projects, providing day-to-day leadership to analyze requirements, develop designs, and implement SAP and related solutions.
-
Manage SAP greenfield implementations, brownfield technical upgrade projects, and smaller SAP initiatives, including related projects in non-SAP areas.
-
Work closely with SAP Program Managers, architects, technical teams, and functional analysts to ensure successful project delivery.
-
Communicate effectively with clients regarding SAP projects, project methodology, technology, and functionality.
-
Collaborate with client project leadership and participating vendors to define, architect, drive, and deliver cohesive project solutions.
-
Lead delivery teams, drive desired professional behaviors, motivate team members, and create an environment that enables successful project performance.
-
Manage project financials, ensuring revenue and margin targets are achieved in line with expectations.
-
Engage with customer leadership and project stakeholders to demonstrate proposed approaches and solutions and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications
-
Minimum 15+ years of SAP experience.
-
Minimum 10+ years of experience in Program / Project Management.
-
Minimum 5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA projects as a Project Manager.
-
Minimum 6+ years of successful experience managing large-scale projects involving SAP as a key component for large enterprise clients.
-
Minimum 5+ years of SAP Project Management experience.
-
Experience managing at least 4 full lifecycle SAP implementation projects.
-
Proven experience managing organizational and business process transformations and large-scale initiatives.
-
Strong experience in SAP Activate Methodology.
-
Experience managing project stakeholders and engaging with customer leadership.
-
Experience managing project plans, schedules, scope, risks, issues, financials, and governance requirements.
-
Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
-
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with team members at all organizational levels, from employees to executives.
-
Strong focus on results, ensuring project objectives are achieved in terms of business value and financial performance.
-
Ability to demonstrate and communicate the advantages of proposed approaches and solutions.
Nice to Have
-
Experience managing SAP greenfield implementations and brownfield technical upgrade projects.
-
Experience managing multiple concurrent SAP and non-SAP projects for enterprise customers.
-
Experience collaborating with client leadership, third-party vendors, SAP architects, and cross-functional delivery teams.
Min/Required Qualifications
-
Minimum 15+ years of SAP experience.
-
Minimum 10+ years of experience in Program / Project Management.
-
Minimum 5+ years of experience managing SAP S/4HANA projects as a Project Manager.
-
Minimum 5+ years of successful experience managing large-scale projects involving SAP as a key component for large enterprise clients.
LI-NorthAmerica
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Program Manager
Align your degree to specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes Project Program Manager petitions when the applicant's degree is in an unrelated field. A degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or information systems maps cleanly to the role. Supplemental coursework or a related master's degree strengthens a borderline case.
Pull LCA filings by occupation code
DOL's LCA disclosure data uses SOC code 11-3021 for Computer and Information Systems Managers, which covers many Program Manager petitions. Search Migrate Mate's employer profiles to see which companies have active LCA filings under that code before applying.
Target companies with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Program Manager roles at these institutions skip the annual lottery entirely, giving you a viable path if you miss the April registration window.
Negotiate filing before your OPT expires
H-1B status begins October 1, but USCIS accepts I-129 petitions as early as April 1. If your OPT end date falls between April and September, confirm with the employer that they'll file in the April window, not after an offer extension delay.
Request a prevailing wage tier review
DOL assigns Level I through Level IV wages for Program Managers based on experience and supervisory scope. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify which level the employer intends to certify. A Level I wage on a senior-scope role can trigger an RFE on the LCA.
Document cross-functional scope explicitly
USCIS has issued RFEs on Program Manager petitions arguing the role is generalist, not a specialty occupation. Your offer letter and support documentation should describe specific technical domains, methodology frameworks, and degree-dependent decision-making to distinguish the position from general management.
H-1B Visa Project Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, engineering, computer science, or a directly related discipline. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title. Roles that involve broad generalist coordination without a degree requirement in a specific field are more likely to receive a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for Project Program Manager roles?
Technology companies, healthcare systems, defense contractors, and financial services firms file the highest volume of H-1B petitions for Project and Program Managers. These sectors typically have structured HR processes for H-1B sponsorship and use Program Managers across product development, IT infrastructure, and compliance programs. Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with verified LCA filing history in this role category.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Program Manager role if the job posting doesn't list a specific degree requirement?
A job posting without a stated degree requirement creates risk for the H-1B petition. USCIS will examine whether industry practice and the employer's actual hiring history demonstrate that a specific bachelor's degree is normally required. The employer's attorney typically documents this through expert opinion letters, industry surveys, or O*NET occupation data to support the specialty occupation finding.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off while working as a Program Manager?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, transfer your petition, or change to another valid status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before that window closes. The grace period applies once per authorized validity period, so a second layoff within the same petition period doesn't reset the clock.
How do I find Project Program Manager jobs where the employer is already set up to sponsor H-1B visas?
The most direct method is filtering for employers with prior LCA filings under the Program Manager SOC code. Migrate Mate surfaces this data directly from DOL disclosure records, so you can see which companies have sponsored this role before rather than asking HR cold. Employers with an established H-1B track record for this title move significantly faster through the process.