Job Title: Senior SAP Release Manager
Experience Level: Senior (10+ years)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior SAP Release Manager to oversee the end-to-end release management process across multiple SAP landscapes. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP environments, a strong understanding of change and transport management, and a proven track record in coordinating complex releases in large-scale enterprise settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the overall SAP release planning, coordination, and execution across projects and environments.
* Manage transport and deployment processes for SAP ECC, S/4HANA, BW, BTP, and related systems.
* Ensure quality, stability, and integrity of SAP environments through structured release governance.
* Collaborate with project managers, development teams, and basis teams to align release schedules and priorities.
* Own and optimize the SAP Change and Release Management framework (ChaRM/SolMan/Focused Build).
* Coordinate regression testing, system refreshes, and cutover activities.
* Monitor and report on release progress, issues, and post-release validation.
* Identify opportunities for process automation and continuous improvement within release cycles.
* Ensure compliance with ITIL, audit, and security standards.
Required Skills & Experience
* 10+ years of experience in SAP landscape management, with at least 5 years focused on release/change management .
* Proven experience managing releases in SAP S/4HANA or complex multi-system SAP environments.
* Strong knowledge of SAP Solution Manager (ChaRM) or equivalent release management tools.
* Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and automation frameworks for SAP environments (e.g., Jenkins, Rev-Trac, ActiveControl).
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Fluent in English (Portuguese proficiency is a plus).
* Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with SAP Cloud ALM or Focused Build .
* ITIL v3/v4 certification.
* Prior experience in global or multi-country SAP deployments.
* Exposure to Agile or hybrid delivery models.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
#J-18808-Ljbffr