ERP Implementation Manager - Dynamics 365

+ ERP Manufacturing role

+ 12 month contract

+ £65-75 per hour

+ Hybrid working - Hampshire

+ Inside IR35

Key Skills:

+ ERP Implementation within Manufacturing

Are you an experienced, hands-on ERP Implementation Manager looking for a challenging contract role within a global leader in the advanced manufacturing and engineering sector?

We are partnering with a prestigious organisation embarking on a critical business transformation project. They require a driven and pragmatic ERP Implementation Manager to lead the end-to-end deployment of a new ERP system (Dynamics 365).

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a crucial implementation, working closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure a successful rollout.

The Role:

Based primarily in Farnborough (approx. 60% onsite presence required, with flexibility), you will be responsible for the full implementation lifecycle. This is a hands-on role requiring a "doer" mentality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of the new ERP system.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, defining scope, deliverables, and timelines.

• Establish and facilitate project steering committees and governance structures.

• Work with stakeholders to create selection criteria, procure RFP's, review proposals and onboard suppliers.

• Drive clear and effective communication across all business levels, ensuring stakeholder engagement and buy-in.

• Take a hands-on approach to managing configuration, data migration strategy, testing phases, and go-live activities.

• Focus specifically on modules impacting manufacturing operations, including inventory management.

• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.

• Collaborate with technical teams and business users to ensure the solution meets requirements.

What You'll Need:

• Proven track record as an ERP Implementation Manager, successfully delivering full-lifecycle projects (initiation to post-go-live).

• Strong experience with ERP systems within a Manufacturing or Engineering environment is essential.

• Significant experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is highly desirable.

• Demonstrable ability to create detailed project plans, manage scope, and control budgets/timelines.

• Experience establishing and managing project governance (e.g., steering committees).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, comfortable engaging from shop floor to senior management.

• A proactive, hands-on approach - you're not afraid to get involved in the detail.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly inventory management.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; experience in start-up-like settings is beneficial.

• Must be eligible to work in the UK and capable of obtaining BPSS+ security clearance (process will be managed).