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As a Senior Problem Manager within the Global Cloud Infrastructure and Delivery organization (GCID) at SAP, you will assist with the management and coordination of the root causes analysis of (Major) incidents and defining the measures that contribute to the overall improvement of IT operations and its processes. Responsible for planning, leading, and controlling Problem Management with focus on prevention of Incidents.

Global Cloud Infrastructure Delivery (GCID) is responsible for running SAP’s backend technology including operations of state-of-the-art data centers and the technical platforms as integral part and foundation for all SAP Cloud solutions and services around the globe.

 

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS:

Take over responsibility for problem management of Major and high impact Incidents Organize, structure and steer problem management calls with all necessary participants such as operations, service delivery management, technical experts and suppliers Conduct the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and identify technical root cause Request official root cause statements from suppliers Obtain the agreed customer business impact, responsibility and final downtime from the service delivery management Conduct quality assurance of the RCA documents and providing corresponding feedback Identify all possible improvements regarding processes, people, governance and platforms Assure that the necessary sustainable solutions with committed responsible persons and due dates are recorded; Coach, mentor, and traing Problem Coordinators  Provide regular (daily) status updates on progress Request reproduction of incident situation from involved suppliers to identify technical root cause (if applicable) Responsible for overall incident reporting (Root Cause Overview, preventive measures tracking list) Providing regular KPI calculation and reporting results to senior and top management Co-designing of new KPIs

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, COMPETENCIES:

University degree (or equivalent) 5+ years’ experience within the IT environment and processes Detailed knowledge about ITIL especially about Service Operation’s INM, PRM, CHM Fluent English, both oral and written is mandatory First experience in large, complex and international projects Very good practical skills of project management methods ICT-Operations-Know-How (previous experience in technical positions) Practical knowledge of Quality Management and Problem Management (e.g. Indicators reporting, Management systems, Excellence Program, Quality-Tools) Experience of organizing and leading teleconferences and meetings Very strong analytical skills required, pro-customer orientation on a high-level Excellent management, problem solving, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Excellent judgment, tact, and decision-making ability Excellent ability to work effectively with clients and other senior to top management personnel High degree of initiative, responsibility, reliability and proactive action

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SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

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EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Requisition ID: 399344  | Work Area: Information Technology  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.