Business Modernization, Project Manager - Sales & Services

Moog Inc; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Flexible paid time off

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Moog Inc is seeking a Business Modernization Project Manager for Sales & Services based in East Aurora, NY. This role focuses on managing ERP modernization projects, ensuring timely and high-quality project execution, and coordinating resources across various teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and over 5 years of project management experience, particularly in ERP implementations. Attractive benefits including competitive compensation and flexible work arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience supporting implementations or modernization initiatives.
• Experience in ERP implementations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for modernization programs.
• Actively manage project scope, risks, and issues.
• Coordinate business, IT, and third-party resources.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports.
• Support testing cycles and go-live readiness activities.

Skills

ERP project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Job description

Business Modernization, Project Manager – Sales & Services

Reporting To: GVP – Finance
Work Schedule: Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution
  Develop and manage detailed project plans aligned to the integrated modernization program schedule, milestones, and governance model. Lead assigned ERP modernization projects or workstreams through all delivery phases: Prepare, Explore, Realize, Deploy, and Hypercare. Manage day‑to‑day project execution, including task tracking, milestone achievement, and issue resolution.
• Scope, Risk & Dependency Management
  Actively manage project scope, ensuring alignment with approved designs and adherence to formal change‑control processes. Identify, assess, and manage project‑level risks, issues, and dependencies; coordinate cross‑workstream dependencies with peer Project Leads to ensure integrated delivery.
• Resource & Stakeholder Coordination
  Coordinate business, IT, system integrator, and third‑party resources to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery. Facilitate effective collaboration across functional and technical teams and partner closely with Solution Architecture, Functional Leads, and Organizational Change Management (OCM) to align delivery and adoption activities.
• Reporting & Governance
  Prepare and deliver accurate project status reporting, forecasts, and issue updates in alignment with program reporting standards. Manage Issue, Risk, Analysis, and Decision (RAID) logs for the project area and ensure adherence to established program governance, delivery methodology, and quality standards.
• Testing, Cutover & Go‑Live Support
  Support testing cycles, defect resolution, cutover planning, and go‑live readiness activities. Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and achieve business stakeholder acceptance. Support knowledge transfer and transition to sustain and operations teams post go‑live.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• 5+ years of project management experience supporting implementations or major modernization initiatives.
• Experience in ERP implementations preferred.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience managing ERP projects or significant ERP workstreams across multiple implementation phases.
• Strong understanding of ERP implementation lifecycles and structured delivery methodologies (e.g., SAP Activate or equivalent).
• Proven ability to manage schedules, scope, risks, issues, and dependencies in complex project environments.
• Experience working with system integrators and coordinating internal and external delivery teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both business and technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively within a structured program and governance‑driven environment.

How We Care For You

• Financial Rewards
  Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, 401(k) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance
  Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare
  Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental benefits.
• Professional Skills Development
  Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
• Corporate Culture
  Warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by core values and inclusive employee resource groups.

Salary Range Transparency

Buffalo, NY: $75,000.00 – $140,000.00 annually.

OEQ/AA: Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran – Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.