ERP Program Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Greensboro (NC); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen erfahrenen ERP Program Manager, der die Einführung eines neuen ERP-Systems in mehreren Fertigungsstätten leitet. Diese spannende Rolle erfordert umfassende Kenntnisse in der ERP-Implementierung und Projektmanagementmethoden. Der Manager wird für die Planung, Budgetierung und Ausführung verantwortlich sein und muss in der Lage sein, komplexe, standortübergreifende Projekte zu steuern. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Optimierung von Geschäftsprozessen und die Zusammenarbeit mit verschiedenen Teams haben, dann ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, Ihre Fähigkeiten in einem dynamischen Umfeld einzusetzen.

Qualifications

• 10+ Jahre Erfahrung in ERP-Implementierungen, vorzugsweise in Programm- und Projektmanagement.
• Erfahrung in der Fertigung und mit großen ERP-Produkten (Tier 1).

Responsibilities

• Leitung der ERP-Implementierung über mehrere Standorte, einschließlich Planung und Budgetierung.
• Überwachung des gesamten Lebenszyklus der ERP-Implementierung und Kommunikation mit Stakeholdern.

Skills

ERP Implementierung

Projektmanagement

Stakeholder-Management

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Agile Methoden

Wasserfallmethoden

Education

Bachelorabschluss

Zertifizierung im Projektmanagement

Tools

SAP

Oracle

D365

Projektmanagement-Tools

Job description

THIS ROLE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR C2C OR VISA SPONSORSHIP

ERP Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced ERP Program Manager to lead the successful deployment of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system across multiple manufacturing plants in the United States and Canada. This is a remote position that will require some travel. This is a 6-month contract to hire opportunity.

This individual will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, from planning and budgeting to execution and go-live.

This is a critical role that demands a strong understanding of ERP systems, project management methodologies, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site deployments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a comprehensive program plan for the multi-site ERP deployment, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage all phases of the ERP implementation lifecycle, including system configuration, data migration, user training, and change management.
• Collaborate with plant operations teams to identify and address site-specific requirements and challenges.
• Ensure effective communication and stakeholder management across all teams and departments involved in the deployment.
• Monitor project progress, identify, and resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and implement comprehensive testing plans to ensure system functionality and data integrity.
• Manage the go-live process for each plant, ensuring a smooth transition to the new ERP system.
• Track and report on project metrics, including budget adherence, schedule milestones, and user adoption rates.
• Establish and maintain strong program governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with business objectives, compliance requirements, and risk management best practices.
• Develop and enforce program controls, including decision-making frameworks, escalation paths, and issue resolution processes.
• Ensure adherence to project methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) while incorporating structured governance principles.
• Lead the steering committee and executive reporting, providing transparency on risks, dependencies, and program health.
• Collaborate with assurance partners (e.g., PWC, auditors) to assess governance effectiveness and implement best practices.
• Monitor and improve program KPIs related to compliance, risk management, and delivery excellence.
• Lead a cross-functional team of IT professionals, business stakeholders, and external

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in ERP implementations, preferably with a focus on program & project management.
• NeedHEAVY ERPimplementation experience
• Must have led ERP in a similar or larger company
• Experience in Manufacturing
• Experience working in Multiple sites (10+) and employee size (2,000)
• Experience working with a Program budget >$20M
• Big ERP product experience (Tier1)
• Experienced building & maintain a program budget

• Experienced in vendor management and preferred experience inOracle, SAP, D365
• Proven success in managing cross-functional ERP projects within a manufacturing company
• Proficiency with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools to maintain transparency and accountability.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and people skills.
• Proven track record in ERP program governance, including risk, compliance, and decision-making structures.
• Experience with governance framework best practices.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior executives and steering committees.
• Ability to travel to multiple plant locations.