ERP Project Manager

Having recently gained private equity investment, my exclusive client is undergoing a period of significant change. As part of facilitating their growth strategy, it has been identified there is a need to appoint a Project Manager to manage the implementation a new ERP system on an 18-month fixed term contract.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage the relationship with the system implementation partners
• Understand and control the ERP implementation project lifecycle and the key activities conducted in each phase
• Gain a solid understanding of core business processes from a systems point of view to drive best practice solutions
• Manage the project resource including the internal team of functional experts
• Manage the project costs to ensure project is delivered on time and to plan

The ideal candidate will be a CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified Accountant with experience of implementing an ERP system in a manufacturing business. Excellent communication skills and a strong teamwork ethic are essential, as well as having the ability to be flexible and adaptable to adhere to priorities and deadlines.