Manager / Sr Manager - SAP Data Archiving

Accountabilities:

The DVM accountabilities includes, but is not limited to…

• Lead in DVM areas to deliver scope of work related to DVM projects across SAP platform
• Partner will IT teams during project pursuit for solution design, resource planning and cost estimations
• Manage all aspects of archiving project implementation from requirements gathering to post go-live activities adhering to PepsiCos defined methodology
• Create & update project solution documents (FSDs, diagrams, test plans, etc.)
• Work with ABAP resources to align technical specifications to functional requirements
• Lead and coordinate configuration and implementation of archiving objects within the project scope according to signed off user requirements. (KEY)
• Ensure required systems validation standards with regards to design and test specifications are met
• Performs closing activities, including formal review and sign-offs with business stakeholders
• Collaborate with global teams for standards and direction on technical decisions
• Acts as quality assurance (QA) lead and/or performs reviews on technical designs and builds to ensure all standards are met
• Ensure adherence to release and change management processes, control compliance while performing technical activities
• Stay up-to-date with technology and industry trends by proactively participating in training, self-study, conferences, webcasts, user group participation, reading or other relevant means
• Adhere to annual performance processes including setting objectives and measurement and performance evaluation
• Provides outstanding customer service to direct and indirect customers

Key Skills/Experience Required

• Bachelors degree required, preferably in Computer Science
• Minimum 6-8 years hands-on SAP Data Archiving and DaRT Implementation experience
• 5+ year's experience working with teams across multiple geographies

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Must have experience in full Implementation life cycle of SAP Data archiving
• Hands-on experience with managing Content Servers or any other Imaging solution (i.e. PBS PCL, IXOS, Filenet, Documentum, etc.); PBS PCL experience is preferred
• Experience implementing and sustaining PBS Add-On is preferred
• Deep understanding of one or more SAP functional areas such as FI/CO and Logistics
• Deep understanding of dependencies between SAP Technical, ABAP Development and other SAP implementation activities such as configuration, landscape and system planning and security required
• Knowledge of ITIL tools & processes, MS Office products, Project implementation methodology and Production support desired

Mandatory Non-Technical Skills

• Ability to independently plan and manage deliverables
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with teams across multiple geographies
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work flexible hours based on varying business requirements
• Provides outstanding customer service skills to direct and indirect customers
• Experience in IT, CPG industry preferred