ERP Project Manager

One Hundred & Eighty Degrees Systems Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced ERP Project Manager in Toronto, Canada. The role focuses on leading ERP system implementations, requiring strong project management skills, and expertise in ERP systems. Ideal candidates should have 2+ years of project management experience and a background in manufacturing or distribution. Excellent cross-functional communication and critical thinking abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of ERP systems and implementation methodologies.
• 2+ years of experience as a project manager or in a technology environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ERP project planning workshops with key stakeholders.
• Develop project charters including timelines and risk assessments.
• Oversee all phases of the ERP implementation lifecycle.

Skills

ERP systems knowledge

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Smartsheet

Monday.com

Job description

Overview

180 Systems is seeking a talented ERP Project Manager to lead the planning and implementation of ERP systems for our clients. This role requires experienced project management skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to deliver results in complex, multi-client environments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ERP project planning workshops with key stakeholders
• Develop comprehensive project charters including timelines, scope, task lists (with RACI matrices), risk assessments, and governance documents.
• Oversee all phases of the ERP implementation lifecycle, from Initiation to Deployment.
• Define and monitor project scope, schedules, and budgets, aligning with client-defined critical success factors (CSFs).
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including dependencies, resource allocation, timelines, and critical paths.
• Maintain and update the project RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) log, escalating issues as necessary.
• Coordinate and schedule cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Provide leadership teams with strategic recommendations on project priorities, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and change requests, notifying clients of potential concerns.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a multi-client environment.
• Act as the primary liaison between client ERP teams and software vendors.
• Hold client ERP teams and software vendors accountable to complete tasks on time and within budget.
• Prepare and deliver status reports and presentations to stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Support clients with change management initiatives by analyzing as-is and to-be business processes.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of ERP systems and implementation methodologies.
• 2+ years of experience as a project manager or in a technology environment.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing / distribution environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Visio.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Monday.com).
• MBA or CPA designation is an asset.
• Business Analyst experience is an asset.