Project Manager

Zenardy LLC; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to lead ERP implementation projects in Chennai, India. The successful candidate will have 5-9 years of relevant experience, expertise in project management tools, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. The role involves coordinating with various teams, handling project budgets, and ensuring quality compliance throughout the project lifecycle. This position demands exceptional leadership skills to drive successful delivery of complex initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–9 years of hands-on experience in managing end-to-end ERP implementation projects.
• Proven success in large-scale ERP deployments across multiple business units or geographies.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Strong understanding of ERP systems.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendors in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Lead end-to-end ERP implementations and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration across technical, functional, and business workstreams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively.
• Ensure ERP solutions meet defined business requirements.
• Evaluate and manage vendors and implementation partners.
• Track and report on project financials and ROI.

Skills

Project management tools

ERP implementation expertise

Client management

Analytical skills

Leadership and mentorship

Education

Professional certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Asana

Smartsheet

Job description

Project Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in ERP transformation, a strong command of project management tools and methodologies, and exceptional leadership skills to drive successful delivery of large-scale, complex initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Project Planning & Execution
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations using leading project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana, Smartsheet, etc.)
  • Define clear project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with business goals.
  • Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and ensure on‑time, within‑scope, and within‑budget delivery.
• 2. ERP Implementation Leadership
  • Lead end-to-end ERP implementations, from project initiation and requirements gathering to go‑live and post‑deployment stabilization.
  • Drive continuous system improvement and optimization in collaboration with business and IT teams.
  • Ensure adherence to ERP best practices and implementation frameworks.
• 3. Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations, communications, and relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Present project updates, milestones, and outcomes to executive stakeholders.
  • Partner with business leaders to ensure the solution meets strategic and operational needs.
• 4. Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Lead and coordinate internal teams, third-party vendors, consultants, and business stakeholders.
  • Foster collaboration and accountability across technical, functional, and business workstreams.
  • Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and motivation to cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and project success.
• 5. Change, Risk & Issue Management
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and issues proactively.
  • Develop and execute risk mitigation and contingency plans.
  • Support change management and training initiatives to facilitate user adoption and smooth transition.
• 6. Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Ensure ERP solutions meet defined business, functional, and technical requirements.
  • Oversee quality assurance processes, testing strategies, validation, and compliance audits.
  • Maintain documentation and governance standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• 7. Vendor & Partner Management
  • Evaluate, select, and manage vendors and implementation partners to ensure performance alignment with project goals.
  • Manage vendor contracts, deliverables, and escalation procedures effectively.
• 8. Budget & Cost Management
  • Develop and manage ERP project budgets, ensuring efficient utilization of resources.
  • Track and report on project financials, variances, and ROI.

Requirements:

• 5–9 years of hands‑on experience in managing end-to-end ERP implementation projects.
• Proven success in large-scale ERP deployments across multiple business units or geographies.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.).
• Strong understanding of ERP systems.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills — ability to manage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, vendors, and partners in complex project environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or ERP system certifications (e.g., SAP Certified) is a plus.