Enterprise Systems Manager

Ocean Technologies Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OneOcean, part of Ocean Technologies Group and guided by Lloyd’s Register, seeks an Enterprise Systems Manager to lead the strategy and transformation of its internal systems estate. The role carries end-to-end accountability for systems, data, integration and cost, moving from a fragmented landscape to a single, integrated platform that scales with growth.

You will collaborate with Finance, Revenue, Customer Operations, Marketing and IT to simplify platforms, align priorities and drive

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing enterprise systems (ERP/CRM) across functions.
• Led system transformation or consolidation programmes.
• Experience collaborating with Finance, Operations and IT teams.
• Strong communication with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-year transformation to consolidate business systems.
• Define and deliver a scalable system strategy and roadmap.
• Own end-to-end system lifecycle from selection to retirement.
• Coordinate data integration and ensure a single source of truth.
• Manage budgets, licences, and vendor negotiations.
• Balance cost, capability and long-term value across platforms.

Skills

Enterprise systems

System transformation

Cross-functional work

Data integration

Stakeholder communication

Vendor management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Application Deadline: 1 September 2026

Department: Technology

Location: UK Remote

Description

Discover OneOcean: OneOcean is a unified brand born from the integration of OneOcean and Ocean Technologies Group. Owned by Lloyd’s Register, an organisation with more than 260 years of trust, integrity and leadership at sea, OneOcean combines the agility and ambition of a fast-moving innovator with the strength and stability of one of the world’s most trusted maritime institutions. At the heart of OneOcean is a portfolio unlike any other in maritime. A comprehensive, integrated portfolio built on years of expertise, trusted by thousands of maritime professionals around the world.

Our Mission: Our mission is clear. In the race to zero emissions, our research, advisory and technical expertise and industry-firsts are supporting a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition. Today we are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping our clients design, construct and operate their assets to accepted levels of safety and environmental compliance.

Why Join OneOcean Crew?

• Legacy & Innovation: We were created more than 260 years ago as the world’s first marine classification society to improve and set standards for the safety of ships.
• Global Impact: Our digital solutions are relied upon by more than 30,000 vessels, following the acquisition of OneOcean in 2022 and Ocean Technologies Group in 2024.
• Product Offering: Covering five proven product areas - learning, fleet operations, compliance, voyage planning and performance management - supporting its customers from ship to shore, from training and people operations, to voyage compliance and optimisation.

Navigating the position: Enterprise Systems Manager

We are looking for an Enterprise Systems Manager to lead the strategy and transformation of OneOcean’s internal business systems estate.

This is a senior role with end-to-end accountability across systems, data, integration, and cost. You will play a key part in moving from a fragmented landscape to a single, integrated, and scalable platform environment that supports growth and operational efficiency.

You will work across Finance, Revenue, Customer Operations, Marketing, and IT to align priorities, simplify platforms, and drive consistent outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Own and transform the systems landscape

• Lead a multi-year transformation to consolidate and standardise business systems
• Reduce duplication and ensure systems operate as a connected ecosystem
• Own the full lifecycle of systems, from selection to retirement

Define and deliver system strategy

• Build and execute a clear roadmap aligned to business priorities
• Drive platform rationalisation and removal of legacy systems
• Balance capability, cost, and long-term value

Lead integration and data consistency

• Define integration strategy and ensure systems are connected end-to-end
• Establish clear ownership of key data (customer, product, financial, subscription)
• Eliminate duplicate data and conflicting sources of truth

Drive simplification and standardisation

• Translate business processes into scalable system solutions
• Challenge unnecessary complexity
• Enforce standard approaches as systems are consolidated

Own delivery and prioritisation

• Manage a single, prioritised backlog across all internal systems
• Balance competing business demands
• Ensure delivery through internal teams and external partners

Manage vendors and cost

• Own system budgets and licence optimisation
• Lead vendor selection, negotiation, and renewals
• Optimise total cost of ownership

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

• Proven experience managing enterprise business systems (ERP, CRM, or similar)
• Experience leading system transformation or consolidation programmes
• Track record of working across multiple business functions

Skills

• Strong understanding of system integration and data flows across
• Commercial mindset with experience managing vendors and cost
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders

Leadership

• Experience leading teams and working with external partners
• Able to take ownership, make decisions, and drive outcomes
• Comfortable operating in a fast-changing, global environment