ERP Project Manager – ERPPR011764

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ERP Project Manager – ERPPR011764 RESPONSIBILITY
LEVEL: The Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Project Manager oversees
the planning and implementation the ERP system to ensure the successful
adaptation of ERP functions to extend business capabilities throughout
the organization. This role works closely with business and technical
leadership and serves as an expert resource, bringing forth
opportunities to leverage ERP initiatives to optimize the business and
influence decisions regarding business process changes. Implements and
may provide input into strategic goals for organization, the Project
Management Office and Information Technology. Applies expertise in
project management to support the development of budgets, policies,
procedures, and programs. Has familiarity with the ERP project budget
and may provide input into spending decisions, particularly as pertains
to vendors, systems, and projects. Typically works on projects and
initiatives that span 12 months – 2 years. PRINCIPAL DUTIES: 1. Partner
with projects executive sponsor and project owner to establish ERP
project goals and scope, set project milestones and timeline, determine
budget requirements and people resource needs, and identify potential
project risks and mitigation strategies. Develops, plans and implements
the ERP system. Manages scope of the project and sets deadlines, assigns
responsibilities and monitors progress for the ERP project. 2. Manage,
oversee, and coordinate project execution to ensure successful and
timely completion of project as dictated by the budget, timeline, and
scope. Adhere to project quality control policies and practices to drive
high performance in project deliverables. Accountable for deadlines. 3.
Manage relationship with third party implementation provider. Ensure
strong communication between Goodwill project team and third-party
vendor and reinforce accountability to drive expected results across
vendor and business resources. Track all open deliverables in CRM and
actively follow up with third party vendor to ensure timely,
high-quality completion. 4. Responsible for ERP project phases,
including planning, resource allocation, steering committee leadership
and team organizational structure management. Ensures the successful
transfer of knowledge from the implementation team to the
post-implementation support organization and affected employees. 5.
Effectively manage portfolio of assigned projects. This includes
utilization of project management office (PMO) templates and databases
to complete project documentation and updates, completion of weekly
status updates for all projects, and publishing status reports to keep
the project team, Director PMO and applicable leadership up to date
regarding project progress and potential risks and delays. 6. Identify
and swiftly escalate project concerns to Director PMO, project executive
sponsor and project owner. Prepare for and conduct regular project
update meetings with projects executive sponsor and/or steering
committee. 7. Utilize effective change management principles to
influence and coach stakeholders, manage resistance, maximize adoption,
and optimize the success of projects. Manage project communications and
training. When applicable, partner with Corporate Communications and/or
Learning & Development to drive organizational awareness and adoption.
Partner with executive sponsor and/or steering committee to develop a
leadership coalition to support project milestones and outcomes. 8.
Maintain knowledge of project management best practices through
engagement with the Project Management Institute (PMI), webinars and
conferences. Utilize knowledge to drive superior project management
results. 9. Leading and Developing Talent: May provide training to
coworkers or others in the organization. Equal Opportunity
Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with
disabilities/sexual orientation/gender dentity OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIREMENTS: 1. Associates Degree or
experience equivalency, and a minimum of 7 years experience. 2.
Demonstrated experience in project management methodologies and project
and resource management. 3. Advanced mastery of project management
standards and best practices, as demonstrated by Project Management
Institutes (PMI) Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK). 4.
Mastery of change management standards and best practices, as
demonstrated by Proscis ADKAR model. 5. PMP, PgMP, CAPM, and/or
comparable project management certifications highly desirable. 6. Strong
computer skills, particularly in MS Excel and MS Planner. Must have
ability to learn new systems quickly. 7. Previous experience
implementing ERP system for a retail business, or familiarity with
supply chain and retail management best practices. Demonstrated previous
experience in a project management role implementing an ERP system
across multiple phases and years. 8. Highly skilled in Microsoft
Dynamics 365 and the tools needed to support D365, particularly tools
such as Microsoft Dynamics Lifecycle Services (LCS(. Experience with MS
Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations strongly preferred. 9. Successful
experience working with a third-party ERP implementation provider. 10.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain
technical concepts to non-technical audience. PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
Remain stationary for extended periods of time, repetitive use of hands,
vision required to APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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