SAP SF CPI - Lead Consultant

ROLE SUMMARY: Owns end-to-end module delivery, leads client workshops, drives solution architecture decisions, develops junior talent, and ensures project quality and timely delivery. Carries mandatory team leadership accountability.

KEY TASKS:

• Project Leadership - Manage full lifecycle of SF implementations from initiation through go-live and support.
  Lead module-specific workshops and align business requirements with system capabilities.
  
• Solution Architecture - Design cross-module integration processes and workflow customizations.
  Provide expert guidance on configuration strategy and system optimization.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as the primary consultant for senior client stakeholders.
  Drive milestone sign-offs and manage escalations effectively.
  
• Team Leadership & Mentoring - Delegate and supervise junior consultant workstreams.
  Mentor team members and support their HRIS certification journeys.
  Conduct regular 1:1s and provide structured, actionable feedback.
  Competencies Required:

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY:

• Process Ownership – Leads end-to-end module or functional process delivery.
• Integration Oversight - Owns end-to-end integration validation and troubleshooting.
• QA Governance - Owns QA cycles; sets standards and review discipline.
• Project Reporting – Owns project reporting and drives transparency across stakeholders.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY:

• Leadership: Inspires confidence and drives team performance.
• Task Ownership: Takes initiative, flags risks, and ensures timely delivery.
• Consulting Skills: Guides clients through ambiguity and change.
• Problem Solving: Solves complex problems with strategic foresight.
• Stakeholder Management: Influences outcomes through strategic engagement.
• Escalation Management: Prevents escalations through proactive risk handling.
• Change Attitude: Drives change with positive mindset and resilience.
• Attention to Detail: Producing consistently high-quality work.
• Team Leadership: Drives team performance and alignment.
• Mentoring: Coaches peers and guides best practices.
• People Development: Gives structured feedback and supports growth.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + SKILLS)

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
• 7–10 years of HRIS experience; led at least 5 end-to-end implementations.
• Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and guide cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated people management and team development capability.
  

CERTIFICATIONS ▸ SAP SuccessFactors Certification (required)