ERP Project Manager (2 Years FTC)

MCS Group; Mid and East Antrim District; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MCS Group is seeking an ERP Project Manager to lead a major ERP transformation in Ballymena. You will manage the end-to-end implementation, including data migration and integrations, coordinating internal teams and external partners to deliver a cloud-based enterprise platform.

The role requires 5–7+ years’ experience with ERP projects, strong governance, and the ability to work across finance, operations, and supply chain. Hybrid working with on-site Ballymena and WFH options.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years’ experience managing IT or enterprise system projects.
• Proven ERP implementations experience.
• Full project lifecycle management from planning to go-live.
• Experience with data migration and integrations in ERP programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end ERP platform implementation.
• Manage data migration and integrations.
• Develop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and reports.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners.
• Oversee testing, training, and go-live activities.
• Ensure post-implementation stabilisation and optimisation.

Skills

ERP project mgmt

Stakeholder mgmt

Data migration

Full lifecycle

Cloud platforms

Education

Degree in IT/Business Systems

PRINCE2/PMP/Agile cert

Job description

ERP Project Manager - HYBRID - £50,000 (2 Year FTC)

Location: Ballymena, Northern Ireland (On-site)
Salary: £50,000
Contract: Fixed Term - 2 Years

Hybrid Working 3 days in office 2 WFH.

The Opportunity

An established Northern Ireland organisation is seeking an experienced ERP Project Manager to lead a major ERP transformation programme.
This role will oversee the implementation of a new enterprise ERP platform, managing the transition from an existing legacy ERP system to a modern cloud-based solution. You will take ownership of the full project lifecycle, ensuring the successful delivery of the programme across multiple business functions including finance, operations, and supply chain.
This is a high-impact role working closely with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and external implementation partners to deliver a complex, multi-business-unit transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of a new ERP platform
• Manage the migration from the current ERP system including data migration and integrations
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, RAID logs, and reporting
• Coordinate internal teams and third-party implementation partners
• Oversee testing, user acceptance, training, and go-live activities
• Ensure successful post-implementation stabilisation and optimisation

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the key liaison between IT, Finance, Operations, and business stakeholders
• Translate business requirements into technical and functional deliverables
• Communicate project progress, risks, and decisions to senior leadership

Governance & Programme Management

• Establish project governance and lead steering committee meetings
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource planning
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organisational standards

The Ideal Candidate

Experience

• 5-7+ years' experience managing IT or enterprise system projects
• Proven experience delivering complex ERP implementations
• Experience managing the full project lifecycle from planning through to go-live
• Experience managing internal project teams and third-party delivery partners
• Experience managing data migration and system integrations within ERP programmes

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of enterprise business processes such as Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Operations
• Experience working with modern cloud-based business platforms
• Experience working within complex multi-department organisations

Qualifications

• Degree in IT, Business Systems, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Project management certification such as PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile desirable

What You'll Bring

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and business teams
• Ability to manage complex transformation projects with multiple workstreams
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience delivering enterprise change programmes in fast-paced environments