Global Program Manager Academy for Product Management

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**We help the world run better**
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you.

We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next.

The work is challenging – but it matters.

You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong.

What's in it for you?

Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

SAP Next Gen connects curious, ambitious, team-oriented students and early talent to SAP's global community of innovators, peers, and leaders.

With access to hands-on experiences that sharpen skills, and the wisdom of the leaders shaping what's next, knowledge becomes impact and mentors become allies.

Our commitment is to empower the next generation of talent through tailored support and growth opportunities.

SAP Next Gen supports three distinct groups through tailored programs: Students, Recent Graduates, and those seeking Entry-Level Jobs.

The SAP Next Gen Academy for Product Management targets graduates with 2–3 years of professional experience.

This 18-month rotational program develops deep expertise in Product Management and equips Associates with the skills, knowledge and experience required to build successful SAP products with high usage and satisfaction.

The SAP Next Gen Academy for Product Management is seeking a Global Program Manager.

This role is accountable for the design, planning, and execution of the 18-month Academy program.

The Global Program Manager will collaborate closely with the functional managers of Associates, as well as the Regional Program Managers in India, and Hungary, to ensure a consistent and high-quality learning experience across all regions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Program Leadership: Lead the planning, preparation, and execution of SAP’s state-of-the-art global Academy for Product Management.

· Attract & Hire: Partner with Talent Discovery and business stakeholders to attract, hire, and onboard top early-career talent.

· Content Design and Delivery: Design and deliver engaging, high-impact learning experiences, both virtually and in person, that accelerate skill development and readiness for Associates’ future roles within the Product Management organization.

· People Development: Support Regional Program Managers and First-Line Leaders to develop, coach, evaluate, and performance-manage approximately 40 Early Talents per year, ensuring continuous growth and strong program outcomes.

· Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with regional and global business stakeholders across SAP’s Product & Engineering organization to ensure program relevance and alignment with business priorities.

· Program Optimization: Drive continuous improvement through feedback loops, analytics, and iteration of content and delivery methods.

· Operational Excellence: Optimize scheduling, analytics, and tools for seamless program delivery and reporting.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

· Product Management Expertise: Direct experience in Product Management or a strong, in-depth understanding of the role, responsibilities, and operational practices of Product Management.

· Industry and Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of industry trends relevant to SAP’s Products, including experience or proficiency in AI-driven product innovation and core product management disciplines critical for our Harmonized Product Operating Model (HPOM).

· Program Development and Execution: Demonstrated ability to design, plan, and execute enablement programs that drive measurable business and learning outcomes.

· Early Talent Development: Passion and skill for developing early-career professionals.

· Leadership in a Matrixed Environment: Proven ability to lead and influence across complex, global organizational structures.

· Stakeholder Influence: Strong capability to build trust and alignment with senior business leaders and cross-functional partners.

· Coaching and Feedback: Skilled at facilitating skill development through actionable, specific, and growth-oriented feedback.

· Continuous Improvement Mindset: Receptive to feedback, data insights, and performance metrics to continuously enhance program quality and efficiency.

· Cultural Agility: Demonstrates global cultural awareness and respect; able to effectively engage with diverse audiences.

· Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent communicator with empathy, influence, and negotiation strength; able to engage and inspire individuals and teams.

· Language Skills: Candidate is required to be fluent in English.

WORK EXPERIENCE

· Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Product Manager or a comparable role.

· Prior people-management experience preferred.

· Prior experience designing and implementing talent development programs, preferably a talent development program for Product Managers.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

· University degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, Communications, Design or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI

PREFERRED LOCATIONS: Newtown Square, PA or Atlanta, GA

**Bring out your best**
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.

**We win with inclusion**
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best.

At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential.

We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.

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Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

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.

**Compensation Range Transparency** : SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity.

SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role.

The targeted combined range for this position is 142500 - 327100(USD) USD.

The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc.

as determined through the selection process.

Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance.

Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits (https://www.sapnorthamericabenefits.com/en/public/welcome) .

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Requisition ID: 438803 | Work Area: Human Resources | Expected Travel: 0 - 20% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid

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