Contract Project Manager - ERP

VanRath; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

VanRath is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the Makor ERP implementation from final testing through phased rollout and transition to business as usual in Belfast. You will manage delivery plans, dependencies, and governance across multiple projects, coordinating cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and external suppliers.

The role requires 3-5+ years in ERP or data-enabled change, strong governance and stakeholder engagement, and excellent organisational and

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of project management experience in ERP, business systems, or data-enabled change.
• Strong governance, RAID management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in business analysis, process mapping, translating requirements into solutions.
• Knowledge of BI, reporting, ETL, data flows, and data quality is desirable.
• Ability to operate independently in a lean environment with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Makor ERP implementation from final testing through to phased rollout and transition to business as usual
• Manage delivery plans, dependencies, actions, and governance processes for multiple projects
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including business, operations, finance, and external suppliers
• Facilitate workshops to define requirements, processes, and solutions
• Maintain an end-to-end view of projects, identifying impacts across business and technology
• Drive issues to resolution and ensure clear ownership and accountability

Skills

Project management

ERP implementation

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

BI / reporting

Process mapping

Independent working

Job description

Salary/Benefits

• Day Rate based on experience

About your next employer

Our client is a recognised leader in delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors. With a skilled team dedicated to leveraging technology and data, they operate within a complex business environment that includes ERP systems, BI/reporting tools, and data integration projects. As a mid-sized organisation experiencing rapid growth, they promote a collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement. The successful candidate will typically report to senior leadership and work closely with internal teams across business, operations, finance, and technology.

About you

• 3-5+ years of project management experience, especially in ERP, business systems, or data-enabled change
• Strong understanding of project governance, RAID management, and stakeholder engagement
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience in business analysis, process mapping, and translating requirements into solutions
• Knowledge of BI, reporting, ETL, data flows, and data quality is highly desirable
• Ability to operate independently in a lean environment with a proactive approach

What you'll do

• Lead the Makor ERP implementation from final testing through to phased rollout and transition to business as usual
• Manage delivery plans, dependencies, actions, and governance processes for multiple projects
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including business, operations, finance, and external suppliers
• Facilitate workshops to define requirements, processes, and solutions
• Maintain an end-to-end view of projects, identifying impacts across business and technology
• Drive issues to resolution and ensure clear ownership and accountability

Join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of business transformation, where your project management expertise drives impactful change across systems and data. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead key initiatives, including ERP implementation and data integration projects, within a dynamic environment that values strategic thinking and hands-on leadership.