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AB Mauri North America

Project Manager

AB Mauri North America, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Objective We are looking for an experienced ERP Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of our ERP implementation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing ERP projects, with a focus on ensuring that all project objectives are met on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of the ERP implementation project, including scope definition, resource planning, and scheduling.

Develop and manage the project plan, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are achieved on time and within budget.

Utilize project management methodologies and best practices to guide the project.

Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including senior management, to provide regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.

Facilitate coordination between business units, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure successful project delivery.

Gather requirements and feedback from stakeholders to ensure the ERP system meets business needs.

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize impact on project success.

Resolve project issues promptly and effectively, ensuring timely escalation when necessary.

Develop contingency plans to proactively address potential project challenges.

Lead and motivate a cross-functional project team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Assign tasks and responsibilities to project team members, ensuring clarity and accountability.

Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to team members throughout the project lifecycle.

Oversee the documentation of project plans, requirements, processes, and deliverables.

Coordinate with functional teams to develop and deliver end-user training and support materials.

Ensure knowledge transfer and post-implementation support are in place.

Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.

Prepare and present project status reports, including key metrics, progress, and financials.

Conduct post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

Experience

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on ERP implementation projects.

Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale ERP projects from initiation to completion.

Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar is preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar project management certification required.

Skills

Strong understanding of ERP systems and implementation methodologies.

Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, Workfront).

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel as needed for project requirements, approx. 25%.

Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

Experience in change management and business process re-engineering is a plus.

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