State & Municipal Policy & Business Enablement Lead (f\/m\/d) - Germany

Descrizione del lavoro:

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development & Strategic Execution:

* Support SAP's sites in Germany in their relations to the the local administrations and State Governments

* Coordinate and build up SAP's political network between States, Federal and European level

* Support our local Sales Teams in their engagements with States and municipalities

Political Landscape Analysis & Prioritization:

* Map political landscapes, stakeholders and local networks

* Develop tailored engagement plans, pilot initiatives and outreach strategies at state and municipal level

Stakeholder Engagement & Campaign Management:

* Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to align on priorities and execution

* Lead briefings, events, targeted campaigns and coalition-building initiatives

* Build and maintain strong relationships across regional political ecosystems

Impact Tracking & Strategic Alignment:

* Track and measure outcomes to ensure policy engagement translates into commercial and strategic impact

* Act as primary advisor on state-level dynamics, ensuring insights inform and shape federal and EU strategies

What you bring:

* Proven political experience at state level within Germany, with an established network across state or municipal administration

* Strong understanding of regional decision-making processes, public procurement frameworks and the intersection of policy and commercial objectives

* Demonstrated ability to translate business priorities into compelling policy positions and scalable pilot initiatives

* Excellent stakeholder management, briefing and negotiation skills, with experience engaging cross-functional teams and senior leadership

* Experience in municipal engagement, open-source policy or public-sector technology programs is a plus

* Fluent German and strong English skills (written and spoken)

* Pragmatic, politically astute and results-driven mindset

Where you belong:

Join Government Affairs/Public Policy as State & Municipal Lead, working closely with Public Sector, Delos, federal advocacy and EU teams in a lean, impact-driven environment where you act as both strategist and hands-on operator.

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Requisition ID: 447516 | Work Area: Communication | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time #LI-Hybrid

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Requisition ID: 447516

Posted Date: Apr 15, 2026

Work Area: Communication

Career Status: Professional

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Expected Travel: 0 - 10%

Location:
Berlin, DE, 10557