Global ERP Application Lifecycle Management Process Owner

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. Own and continuously improve the global SAP Requirements-to-Deploy process, including change, release, testing, defect, and system-documentation practices .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeMadrid • SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP ALM, change and release management, and process governance, with a strong focus on creating controlled documentation and ensuring compliance in regulated environments. Proven ability to lead process improvements and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.

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SAP ALMChange And Release ManagementSAP Solution Manager – ChaRMControlled Documentation CreationStakeholder Leadership

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Hard Skills

Process GovernanceEnd-To-End Process DefinitionGxP ComplianceComputerized-System ValidationICFR ControlsSOP CreationTest ManagementProcess ImprovementRisk-Based ProcessesAI-Enabled Capabilities

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsEnglish Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP Cloud ALMSAP Solution ManagerChaRMDocument ManagementTest Management Modules

Industry Keywords

Regulated EnvironmentAudit SupportGlobal Process AdoptionProcess Documentation FrameworkPerformance Measures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and continuously improve the global SAP Requirements-to-Deploy process, including change, release, testing, defect, and system-documentation practices
Define global process standards, roles, decision rights, controls, and performance measures
Maintain the process-documentation framework, including SOPs, work instructions, and user guidance
Partner with Quality, validation, and control owners to ensure processes are appropriately designed, documented, validated, and audit-ready
Translate GxP, computerized-system validation or assurance, and ICFR requirements into practical, risk-based processes and controls
Define the target SAP ALM operating model and roadmap, including transition from Solution Manager and ChaRM to SAP Cloud ALM and integrated tools
Lead process improvements that increase adoption and reduce risk, rework, and delivery lead time
Define the training and enablement approach and partner with subject-matter experts to support global adoption
Collaborate with business, IT, Quality, Finance Controls, and external partners to align priorities and resolve process issues
Own process governance and strategy while operational execution remains with relevant delivery and platform teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in SAP ALM, change and release management, or a related enterprise technology discipline
Strong knowledge of SAP Solution Manager – ChaRM, document management, and test management modules
Experience defining or governing end-to-end processes across multiple teams, systems, or regions
Experience working in a regulated environment
Ability to translate quality and control requirements into practical, efficient processes
Experience creating controlled documentation, such as SOPs and work instructions
Strong stakeholder leadership, influencing, and English communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience
Preferred: Experience with SAP Cloud ALM strategy, implementation, or adoption
Preferred: Knowledge of computerized-system validation or assurance and ICFR controls
Preferred: Knowledge of SAP transport-related processes, including CTS/CTS+, retrofit, and multi-track landscapes
Preferred: Experience supporting audits and leading global process adoption
Preferred: Experience applying AI-enabled capabilities to SAP ALM, testing, documentation, process optimization, or IT service delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

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