Project Manager – ERP Implementation (NetSuite)
Contract: 6 Months (Minimum 2 days onsite per week)
Rate: £400 - £550 per day (Outside IR35)
Location: Remote/Hybrid
Start Date: Immediate
We are currently supporting a client who is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the implementation of a new NetSuite ERP system. This is a contractor role, outside IR35, for a six-month duration, requiring at least two days onsite per week. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in successfully managing ERP implementations, with a focus on NetSuite.
About the Role
In this role, you will be leading a major transformation, helping our client optimise their processes, infrastructure, and people for a seamless transition to NetSuite. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills to coordinate with key internal stakeholders, senior management, and the implementation partner.
Key Responsibilities
* Process Analysis & Planning:
* Conduct 'As-Is' and 'To-Be' analysis sessions with key stakeholders.
* Define project objectives, strategies, and success metrics, ensuring alignment with business goals.
* Develop and present a comprehensive project plan, including key stages and timelines.
* Team & Stakeholder Management:
* Build and manage a cross-functional project team, clearly defining roles and responsibilities.
* Collaborate closely with senior management to ensure new processes align with company goals.
* Establish a steering group for high-level project oversight.
* System & Process Readiness:
* Validate system requirements to ensure they meet both 'As-Is' and 'To-Be' specifications.
* Ensure infrastructure readiness for NetSuite’s cloud-based environment.
* Review business blueprints and ensure timely, high-quality delivery of project outputs.
* Implementation & Testing:
* Oversee data migration planning, ensuring data is cleansed, validated, and ready for migration.
* Prepare and maintain sandbox environments for testing, alongside creating UAT scripts.
* Training & Change Management:
* Develop and implement a training program to ensure staff are ready for the new system.
* Manage change management strategies to address staff concerns and promote engagement.
* Risk & Progress Monitoring:
* Develop risk management plans and monitor issues to ensure timely resolution.
* Provide regular updates on project progress, adhering to budget and timeline constraints.
Required Skills & Experience
* 10+ years of experience managing ERP implementations, ideally with NetSuite.
* Strong background in Oracle ERP/NetSuite implementations and integration.
* Experience with consulting firms (Big 4, Accenture, Capgemini, etc.) is highly desirable.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.
* Expertise in risk management, budget oversight, and change management.
* Available immediately and able to commit to a minimum of two days per week onsite