SAP Cutover Services Lead

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Job Description

The Cutover Services Lead is a pivotal role within our Cutover Tower, ensuring the seamless delivery of all phases of cutover across various methodologies, including Agile, Hybrid Agile, and Waterfall. This role demands a thorough understanding of cutover tools and approaches, enabling the teams to leverage and deliver high-quality, "out of shelf" solutions. A strong emphasis on the tooling (on premise or cloud) is essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Lead the Cutover Tower team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Define and implement the overall cutover strategy, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cutover practices into the development lifecycle seamlessly.

Cutover Planning and Execution:

• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of all cutover activities.
• Ensure thorough cutover coverage by developing comprehensive cutover plans.
• Manage and prioritize cutover activities to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

Tooling and Technology:

• Assess, select, and manage cutover tools and platforms that support Agile, Hybrid Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Ensure the effective use of cutover tools.
• Provide training and support to the team on the usage of cutover tools and best practices.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and standards across all cutover activities.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of cutover processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure the identification, documentation, and resolution of defects and issues.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements and expectations.
• Communicate cutover progress, results, and issues to project teams and management.
• Advocate for quality and cutover best practices within the organization.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in cutover.
• Implement innovative solutions and improvements to enhance cutover efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentor and coach team members, promoting skill development and knowledge sharing.

What's in it for you?

• Lead high-impact SAP programs with global companies.
• Join a senior European SAP team with exposure to cloud, API-led, and event-driven integrations across industries.
• Develop thought leadership by contributing to frameworks, reusable assets, and knowledge accelerators.