Senior Manager- Release Management

Job description

Overview

Direct, manage, plan and administer Project and Release activities to support PGT Deployment plans

Responsibilities

Planning release windows and the overall release lifecycle
Managing risks that may affect release scope
Communicating all key project plans, commitments, and changes including requirements
Measuring and monitoring progress
Ensuring releases are delivered within budget and requirements
Managing relationships and coordinating projects between different teams
Handling the delivery management procedures from conceptualization to production, maintaining budget requirements and adherence to timetables
Oversee execution of multiple Projects and coordinate/manage dependencies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems and/or equivalent work experience
3 - 7 years of experience managing cross-functional and end-to-end IT business processes.
3 - 7 years of expertise in Release Management
3-7 years of experience managing ITSM processes
3-7 years working as technology delivery lead applying agile and waterfall methodologies.
preferred: 5 years of Project and/or IT management, including SAP Release Management and/or Change Management functions.

Proven experience in SAP release management, with an understanding of SAP Solution Manager, CHARM, Related SAP systems and modules
Familiarity with ITIL practices and change management principles.
Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies and agile practices.
Certification in SAP release management or related fields is a plus.

 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
Advanced proficiency in analytical, organizational, project management, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

 

Strong interpersonal skills in areas such as collaboration, negotiation, and conflict management
Strategic thinking skills that minimize release-related risks
Problem resolution skills that bring innovate solutions.
Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment with high ambiguity.