ERP Program Lead (Part-Time)

xLight Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 96,432 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

xLight Inc. is seeking an experienced ERP Consultant to lead the selection and implementation of a modern ERP system, focusing on financial and procurement operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of ERP implementation experience in hardware or semiconductor environments, and will be comfortable in a startup setting.

This part-time consulting position starts at approximately 5 hours per week, with a clear pathway to full-time as the organization grows. A competitive hourly pay rate of $70 - $85 reflects the market for this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven ERP implementation experience in relevant environments.
• Strong background in procurement workflows and vendor management.
• Experience defining integration points with engineering systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess current-state procurement and vendor workflows.
• Lead requirements gathering and tool evaluation.
• Design scalable processes for purchase orders and vendor onboarding.
• Support integration with existing engineering systems.

Skills

ERP implementation experience

Procurement workflows

Vendor management

Integration points definition

Startup environment adaptation

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

ODOO

Teamcenter

JAMA

Primavera P6

Job description

We are seeking an experienced ERP Consultant to lead the selection, configuration, and early implementation of a modern ERP system as we formalize financial and procurement operations across a rapidly growing organization. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience implementing ERP in hardware, semiconductor, or complex capital equipment environments; and is comfortable operating in a fast‑moving startup with evolving priorities.

This is a part‑time consulting engagement starting at approximately 5 hours per week, with a clear path to full‑time employment as the system and company scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current‑state procurement, cost tracking, and vendor workflows across a hardware development and production ramp environment
• Lead requirements gathering and guide tool evaluation (NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, ODOO, or alternatives)
• Establish the ERP as the single source of truth for orders, receipts, inventory location, costs, payment status, obligations, and projected cash flow
• Design scalable processes for purchase orders, purchase requests, vendor onboarding, multi‑million dollar component and contract tracking, and budget approval workflows
• Define integration boundaries between the ERP and any existing engineering systems (Teamcenter/PLM, JAMA/Requirements management, Primavera P6/Project scheduling)
• Support integration with other boundary systems as appropriate
• Support the development of reporting structures and spending dashboards aligned to hardware build and production ramp timelines
• Operate in a matrixed environment, collaborating closely with IT, Finance, and Procurement teams, working in parallel toward shared implementation goals

Qualifications

• 10+ years of proven ERP implementation experience in hardware, semiconductor, or complex capital equipment environments
• Strong background in procurement workflows, vendor management, and PO/PR process design, with exposure to $10M+ in procurement or contract spend
• Familiarity with NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, ODOO, and other alternatives
• Experience defining integration points with engineering systems such as Teamcenter, JAMA, and Primavera P6
• Ability to scope and deliver core functionality on a 6‑9 month timeline
• Comfortable in a startup environment with rapidly evolving needs
• Open to a part‑time start with interest in full‑time conversion

The pay range for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries at commencement of employment and is expected to be between USD $70 - 85/hour. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including role, job‑related knowledge, skills, relevant education and experience. Geographical factors may also be a consideration. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of benefits. Details of all benefits will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

xLight Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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