ERP Project Manager

Oliver Parks Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Practice Director for Core Technology, AI, and SAP. This mid-senior level position involves leading an ERP migration project in the manufacturing sector, requiring substantial ERP implementation experience. Key responsibilities include vendor coordination, data migration oversight, and change management. Preference will be given to candidates familiar with tools like NetSuite and RF-SMART. On-site requirements will be part of a hybrid work model, making flexibility essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years managing full lifecycle ERP projects.
• Solid understanding of process manufacturing, inventory control, QA/QC.
• Skilled at coordinating between ERP vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Support ERP migration project focusing on proven ERP implementation leadership.
• Coordinate between ERP vendors, internal teams, and third-party integrators.
• Drive user adoption and manage organizational change effectively.

Skills

Proven ERP Implementation Leadership

Manufacturing & Distribution Expertise

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

Technical & Functional Knowledge

Project Governance & Methodology

Data Migration & Integration Oversight

Change Management & Training

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Communication & Documentation Excellence

Contractor Mindset

Tools

NetSuite

RF-SMART

BlendApps

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Oliver Parks Group

Practice Director for Core Technology, AI and SAP (UK and Scandinavia)

Start Date: Jan/Early Feb

Duration: 8 Months, Location: There will be onsite requirements on a hybrid set up, but the frequency is likely to be more on-site on the initial phases of the project moving to more remote on the mid-latter stages.

Overview

Our client, a Leading manufacturing and distribution business are looking for a ERP, Project manager to support them on the ERP migration project with the following skill sets and back ground.

About the Role

The role involves supporting the ERP migration project with a focus on proven ERP implementation leadership and expertise in manufacturing and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Proven ERP Implementation Leadership: Minimum 5–7 years managing full lifecycle ERP projects (selection, planning, execution, go-live, stabilization).
• Manufacturing & Distribution Expertise: Solid understanding of process manufacturing (preferably food), inventory control, QA/QC, labeling, warehousing/distribution, manufacturing costing, variance analysis.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Skilled at coordinating between ERP vendors, internal teams, and third‑party integrators; strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Technical & Functional Knowledge: Preference for familiarity with NetSuite, RF-SMART, and BlendApps; ability to translate business requirements into system configurations.
• Project Governance & Methodology: Experienced in Agile/Hybrid methodologies, risk management, and maintaining scope, timeline, and budget.
• Data Migration & Integration Oversight: Hands‑on experience with data cleansing, migration strategies, and API/integration planning.
• Change Management & Training: Ability to drive user adoption, develop training plans, and manage organizational change effectively.
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills: Strong ability to identify gaps, propose solutions, and ensure process optimization.
• Communication & Documentation Excellence: Clear, concise reporting to executive leadership; maintains detailed project documentation and status updates.
• Contractor Mindset: Self‑directed, results‑oriented, and capable of delivering under tight timelines with minimal supervision.

Required Skills

Proven ERP Implementation Leadership, Manufacturing & Distribution Expertise, Vendor & Stakeholder Management, Technical & Functional Knowledge, Project Governance & Methodology, Data Migration & Integration Oversight, Change Management & Training, Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills, Communication & Documentation Excellence, Contractor Mindset.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with NetSuite, RF-SMART, and BlendApps.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Manufacturing and Hospitality