Minimum 8-10 years of experience in SAP landscape management, release management, or similar IT leadership roles. SAP Certifications (e.g., SAP
S/4HANA, SAP
Solution Manager/Cloud ALM) are highly preferred. An MBA or advanced degree in an IT or management-related field is a plus. Proven experience managing
SAP S/4HANA
landscapes, including SAP BTP and third-party integrations. Deep expertise in SAP Change Request Management (ChaRM) or SAP Cloud ALM deployment frameworks. Demonstrated experience chairing Change Advisory Boards (CAB) and enforcing rigorous deployment protocols. Strong understanding of DevSecOps pipelines, automated regression testing, and deployment velocity methodologies. Proven track record in architecting minute-by-minute cutover plans, robust rollback procedures, and effective hypercare support for major enterprise deployments. Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and "Veto Authority" to prioritize system stability and maintain "Clean Core" mandates.