Cutover Manager @ SIGMA (interim mgmt)
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The Cutover Manager will drive key deliverables including the cutover strategy, cutover plan and playbook, dry run plans and execution, controlled business ramp down and ramp up, the Business Continuity Plan, the technical cutover plan, and the disaster recovery plan. This scope covers all workstreams, all applications in scope, and all interfaces.
The Cutover Manager ensures that the transition to S/4HANA and the new applications is safe, predictable, and free from operational disruption, through a fully coordinated cutover plan, timely readiness, strong governance, and a controlled start up across all plants.
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Responsibilities
• Plan, coordinate, and lead all cutover activities to ensure the successful deployment of SAP/non-SAP solutions.
• Develop comprehensive cutover plans that outline timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and solutions to problems that apply across various teams.
• Facilitate workshops to gather requirements and ensure alignment with stakeholders.
• Monitor cutover progress and implement adjustments as necessary to meet objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions during the cutover process.
• Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages innovative problem-solving and effective decision-making.
• Provide training and support to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in cutover processes.
• Ensure alignment with technology architecture and recommend improvements to enhance deployment efficiency.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and innovation in cutover execution.
Profiel
Experience in several SAP and/or S/4 Hana projects (international) and therefor knowledge of the methodology and cutover plans preferably in manufacturing industry.
Portfolio experience is strongly recommended especially as Cutover Manager.
You will report to the Local PMO (in Madrid).
Soft Skills
• Strong coordination, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Hands-on, pragmatic, analytical and solution-oriented.
• Able to work under pressure in an international environment.
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The Mission
As the lead of the Go-Live, you will ensure a seamless transition for 1,100 employees and 6 production plants. You are the bridge between technical execution and business continuity, reporting directly to the Local PMO in Madrid.
Key Deliverables
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Strategy & Execution: Own the Cutover Strategy, Playbook, and Disaster Recovery plans.
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Governance: Lead workshops and manage stakeholders across all workstreams (SAP & non-SAP).
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Risk Mitigation: Guarantee a "zero-disruption" ramp-up for the iconic brands (Aoste, Marcassou, Stegeman).
What’s in it for you? Why Imperial?
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Global Impact: Part of Sigma, a global food leader, offering international career paths.
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Entrepreneurial Culture: We value pragmatic, hands-on leaders who thrive under pressure.
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Innovation: Beyond meat—help us expand into high-quality non-meat alternatives.
Interested? mail jcu@amon.beÂ
Cutover Manager @ SIGMA (interim mgmt)
Imperial Meat Products (location: Lievegem) is an expansive, customer-oriented food company that produces high-quality products from renowned brands including Aoste, Marcassou, Justin Bridou, Leielander, Disney, Imperial, and Stegeman (NL). Globally, part of the Mexican company Sigma, an international player in the food industry.
In the Benelux the organisation employs 1,100 persons across six production plants, four of which are located in and around Ghent, one in the Ardennes, and one in the Netherlands. The goal is to listen carefully to the needs of customers and consumers and respond to them in an innovative way. Aiming to build on the rich culture and experience in flavorful meats while expanding the expertise to offer high-quality non-meat products as well.
As an internationally oriented company, the company are always looking for talented and entrepreneurial people.
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