ERP Project Manager

ERP Project Manager

Location: Annapolis, MD (Onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months

Interview process: 2 interviews with Client 1 virtual technical interview, and 1 onsite interview-must be local

Job Summary:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT project management, preferably in the public sector.
• Proven experience leading ERP/Financial system implementations.
• Expertise in Oracle ERP and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) implementation.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Experience leading System Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and End-to-End testing efforts on large IT projects.
• Experience with automated ERP testing and managing test data.
• Proven ability to analyze financial business processes and translate them into technical requirements and test cases.
• Demonstrated ability in change management and end-user training.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to hold vendors accountable and manage contractual obligations.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be local to Annapolis, MD or willing to work onsite 3-4 days per week.

Job Description:

• We are looking for an ERP Project Manager to lead the testing and implementation of ERP/Financial systems.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Client, ensuring the vendor's deliverables align with strategic goals and operational needs
• Conduct thorough analysis and documentation of existing public service workflows, identifying areas for improvement and translating them into clear project requirements
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Develop project cost estimates, conduct cost-benefit analysis, and track project costs against budgets
• Hold vendors accountable for meeting contractual obligations, manage performance, and resolve issues promptly
• Facilitate effective communication between all stakeholders, including public service personnel, IT teams, and vendor representatives
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks, ensuring timely resolution of issues
• Identify and manage project issues that require resolution and maintain documentation of the person or team responsible for resolving the issue
• Develop and implement strategies to support user adoption and minimize disruption during the transition to new systems
• Provide regular project status updates, create comprehensive documentation, and maintain accurate records
• Work closely with end users to understand their needs and ensure the implemented solutions improve their daily workflow

What You'll Need Required:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a project management role, managing complex IT projects, preferably in the public sector
• Experience leading financial system implementations
• Proven ability to analyze financial business processes and translate them into technical requirements and test cases
• Experience with automated ERP testing and managing test data to ensure proper inclusion in test cases
• Experience leading System Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and End-to-End testing efforts on large IT projects
• Experience with Change Management and Training end users on ERP projects
• Experience implementing Oracle ERP and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to hold vendors accountable and manage contractual obligations
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team