Businesss Modernization - Project Manager - MES Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Flexible paid time off

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Job summary

Moog Inc is looking for a Business Modernization Project Manager to lead ERP projects in Buffalo, NY. The role requires strong project management skills and 5+ years of experience in ERP implementations.

Responsibilities include developing project plans, managing execution phases, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery. The compensation ranges between $75,000 and $140,000 annually, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience supporting ERP implementations or major modernization initiatives.
• Experience managing ERP projects across multiple implementation phases.
• Position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans aligned with the modernization program.
• Lead ERP modernization projects through all delivery phases.
• Manage project scope and issues, ensuring adherence to change control processes.

Skills

Managing ERP projects

Understanding of ERP implementation lifecycles

Project management tools proficiency

Strong communication skills

Organizational and analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Job description

Job Title

Business Modernization – Project Manager

Location

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Reporting to

GVP – Finance

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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; provide clear mitigation recommendations.
• Coordinate cross-workstream dependencies with peer Project Leads to ensure integrated delivery.
• Coordinate business, IT, system integrator, and third‑party resources to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery.
• Facilitate effective collaboration across functional and technical teams.
• Partner closely with Solution Architecture, Functional Leads, and Organizational Change Management to align delivery and adoption activities.
• Prepare and deliver accurate project status reporting, forecasts, and issue updates in alignment with program reporting standards.
• Issue and RAID log management for related project area(s).
• Ensure adherence to established program governance, delivery methodology, and quality standards.
• 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 a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of project management experience supporting implementations or major modernization initiatives.
• Experience in ERP implementations is preferred.
• Position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

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., MS 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.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: compensation package, bonus opportunities, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations).
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by 12 core values; multiple Employee Resource Groups.

Salary Range

Buffalo, NY $75,000 – $140,000 annually (based on experience). See Salary Range Disclaimer for details.

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.