PPM Process Senior Specialist - Digital Transformation

External Job Description

Digital Transformation Corp Serv & ERP

Position Summary

Process & Solution Design

• Design and optimize project and portfolio management processes covering the full lifecycle from opportunity assessment and bid evaluation through execution, change control, and closure.
• Ensure alignment with industry standards such as PMI PMBOK, ISO 21500, and EVMS principles.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, workflows, and system configuration guidelines.

Application Enablement & User Support

• Develop system usage standards, templates, governance structures, WBS frameworks, and portfolio taxonomies.
• Guide PMOs, program managers, and controllers on best practices for managing schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and performance metrics.
• Deliver user training, workshops, onboarding sessions, and solution demonstrations.
• Support application management teams with functional expertise and troubleshooting of critical issues.

Integration & Data Governance

• Ensure integration between PPM and ERP platforms to enable accurate project controls, financial tracking, and reporting.
• Support data governance activities, master data integrity, and portfolio controls.
• Contribute to KPI and dashboard development for portfolio performance, earned value, schedule adherence, and benefits realization.

Implementation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead discovery and process design activities for PPM-related transformation initiatives.
• Support SIT, UAT, cutover planning, and deployment activities.
• Gather stakeholder feedback and continuously improve business processes and system capabilities.

& Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5–7+ years of experience in enterprise project and portfolio management process design within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or similar complex environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Project Server, SAP S/4HANA PS (including SD/MM integration), and SAP EPPM.
• Proven experience acting as a functional bridge between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams.
• Experience implementing PPM processes and solutions within digital transformation programs.
• Strong capability in training, mentoring, and supporting end users.
• Ability to develop process documentation, workflows, and functional specifications.

Preferred

• Experience with EVMS compliance, ITAR/EAR controls, and aerospace or defense program governance.
• Knowledge of digital transformation within engineering organizations, including digital thread and digital twin concepts.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.