Engineering Project Manager (SAP Finance Applications), Enterprise Systems

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Software and Services

Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Apple is well-known around the globe for remarkable products and innovation, but did you know that Apple has one of the world’s most sophisticated, streamlined and innovative behind the scenes IT infrastructures? Apple’s Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) organization manages key business and technical infrastructure at Apple — how online orders are placed, the customer experience with technology in our retail stores, how much network capacity we need around the world and much more. The SAP Global Systems team within IS&T runs the financial transactional platform for Apple Media Products. Apple's SAP Global Systems organization has an immediate opening for a FICO functional project manager who has the right mix of SAP functional, technical and project management skills to attend business requirement gathering sessions and develop conceptual and detailed design, which is scalable, reliable, and secure to meet business needs.

Description

We are looking for a dedicated Engineering Project Manager who will drive delivery of solutions that grow and expand Apple's services business globally. As and Engineering Project Manager , responsibilities include managing mid to large sized projects in Finance involving all project phases lifecycle activities from scoping to deployment. Be part of a larger landscape modernization program to migrate from SAP ECC to SAP S4 Hana Other responsibilities include: Work with the business users to define scope and gather business requirements, provide conceptual and detailed design to meet business needs, perform necessary SAP configurations, write detail specifications for development of custom programs, test and implement the automated solutions Handle project activities including scope management, overseeing the project timelines, budgets, resource allocation, scope and definition. Deliver high-quality SAP solutions within a dynamic environment and within challenging timelines Manage multiple tasks or projects with changing priorities Explore and learn new technologies/frameworks

Minimum Qualifications

Key Qualifications

• SAP Project Manager with extensive experience in managing mid to large sized SAP projects

• 7+ years including multiple SAP FICO full life cycle implementations experience

• Finance Domain expert with consistent track record in crafting and deploying cross functional solutions

• Extensive understanding of Procure to Pay processes, direct taxes and developing technical specifications in order to implement end-to-end solutions

• Experience in S4 HANA Finance, Vendor to Business Partner (BP) migration and strong understanding of S/4 HANA Finance concepts

• Proven track record of successfully delivering finance projects on time, working with various internal & external teams and managing scope

• Experience in directly managing a global and diverse team onshore and offshore

• Ability to drive the project forward with a sense of urgency

• Strong written communication and presentation skills for business proposals and management level presentations

• Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills, in addition to the ability to deal effectively with ambiguity and drive consensus with key constituents

• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge effectively

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive issue resolution across teams

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and sensitive to established schedules and scopes

• Possess excellent collaborative and interpersonal communication skills

• Demonstrate flexibility to work with multi-regional teams across different time zones

• Brownfield migration experience from SAP ECC to S4 HANA is a plus

• SAP FICA experience is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Education & Experience

BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent experience is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $160,700 and $282,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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