Job Description

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. 

What you’ll build

As Senior Director, U.S. Government Affairs, you will shape and execute SAP’s federal engagement strategy to advance federal IT modernization, commercial cloud and AI adoption, and digital government transformation. You will translate policy and acquisition developments into actionable insights for U.S. Public Sector sales and leadership; support engagement with federal agencies and key congressional committees; represent SAP in industry coalitions and working groups; and proactively remove procurement and policy barriers to business growth. Your work will directly influence federal funding and appropriations priorities and position SAP solutions, including SAP Sovereign Cloud and RISE, for success in the U.S. federal market.

Senior Director, U.S. Government Affairs — Washington, D.C. (Travel ~15–20%)

What you bring

• 12+ years’ experience in committee or agency budget/processes, federal appropriations, government affairs, or public sector technology strategy.
• Deep expertise in federal acquisition and procurement frameworks.
• Proven track record engaging senior policymakers, agency technology leaders, and congressional staff; with established relationships across relevant agencies and committees.
• Experience translating public policy into commercial go-to-market strategy and supporting enabling public sector sales execution.
• Strong strategic judgment, executive presence, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build coalitions and operate effectively in complex policy and business environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (JD, MPP, MBA) preferred.

Where you belong

You’ll join SAP Global Government Affairs working at the intersection of policy, business strategy, and technology, in close collaboration with U.S. Public Sector sales and Product teams. SAP Global Government Affairs values strategic influence, cross-functional partnership, and pragmatic advocacy to drive business outcomes. This role suits a seasoned leader who combines policy expertise with commercial acumen and thrives engaging government stakeholders and senior business leaders.

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.

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For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. 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 annual combined range for this position is 142,500-327,100 . 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:

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Requisition ID: 436118  | Work Area: Communication  | Expected Travel: 0 - 20%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Worldwide, Flexible hours

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