SAP Applecare Manager

Job Description:

Apple is where individual imaginations come together, driven by shared values that fuel great work. Every product we build, service we create, and customer experience we deliver is shaped by collaboration and a commitment to excellence. Our strength lies in the diversity of our people and their ideas, inspiring the innovation that defines everything we do. Here, you won't just join something-you'll contribute to something meaningful. The SAP team deliver world class IT solutions to support Apple's internationally renowned supply chain. We are seeking an SAP Manager to grow, develop and lead a new team in Cork that will primarily focus on global initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee the successful delivery of SAP projects, in partnership with Business and IS&T teams across the world. The role requires excellent SAP leadership and functional skills, operating in a highly integrated multi-functional environment.
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience managing teams to deliver SAP project implementations. The SAP Manager will be responsible for growing and developing a team of junior SAP project managers and SAP analysts in Cork.
Relevant experience in managing people, with a focus on leadership and team development. Proven ability to guide, mentor, and support both new and experienced project managers in achieving project goals and organisational objectives. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience leading global, cross-functional teams consisting of both employees and contractors Track record in managing SAP implementations in complex environments Relevant experience in delivering SAP Projects either as Manager, Project Manager or Consultant
Experience in forecasting & budgeting multi-million dollar projects Good knowledge of SAP configuration, including organisation structure, master data, outputs, logistics, service management and sales Knowledge and/or experience of implementing SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP and related technologies