Senior Techn. Cutover Manager | S/4HANA Big Bang (m/f/d)

Freelance/Contracting project
Berlin
Start date: asap
Reference number: 880011/1
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Project information

  • Project Context: Our MSA client is running a major S/4HANA transformation and is looking for a senior expert who can take ownership of the technical cutover setup and help ensure a structured, transparent, and reliable go-live preparation. This role is particularly suited to freelancers who are confident in complex transformation environments, can challenge existing planning structures constructively, and bring a strong focus on governance, risks, and dependencies.

Responsibilities

  • Building a robust and scalable cutover strategy
  • Developing a sustainable cutover governance framework
  • Creating, aligning, and quality-assuring integrated cutover plans
  • Acting as a sparring partner to the Technical Cutover Lead
  • Reviewing and challenging existing planning approaches critically and constructively
  • Ensuring high transparency regarding dependencies, risks, and critical paths
  • Supporting a successful Big Bang go-live preparation and execution

Profile

  • Strong experience as a Cutover Manager in complex transformation programs
  • Proven track record in S/4HANA environments
  • Demonstrated experience with Big Bang go-live scenarios
  • Strong understanding of technical cutover planning, governance, and execution
  • Ability to work independently while aligning with senior stakeholders
  • A structured, risk-aware, and quality-focused working style
  • Business fluent German (mandatory)

Benefits

  • Remote

About Hays

IT is and always has been our core business that laid the foundation for Hays' success. We are the biggest privately owned IT recruitment agency in Germany and offer the best jobs for every career level – whether you are interested in vacancies in agile SMEs or international DAX groups. Hays masters the entire IT job spectrum, from support to software architecture or digitalisation – thanks to our broad portfolio, we have something for everyone. In the last decades, we were able to support numerous IT experts with choosing the right path for a successful career, positioning ourselves as their lifelong partner. Our highly specialised consultants can cater to your every wish and expectation and will prepare you for interviews and contract negotiations. Give it a try and learn what the market has to offer – our services are free of charge, non-binding and discreet! We look forward to hearing from you.

Staffing process for freelance specialists

  1. Analysis of qualifications
  2. Telephone or personal interview
  3. Contact with customers
  4. Contract with Hays
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  2. 1. Analysis of qualifications

    We carry out a detailed analysis of your technical qualifications on the basis of your CV, your application documents and your profile.

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Contact at Hays

Anett Koszegi
Reference number : 880011/1
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