Assistant Manager – ERP Implementation

About Company

A globally active firm pioneering specialized environmental and process engineering solutions through innovative membrane-based technologies across diverse industries.

Job Description

Role Overview 
We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Manager to oversee and manage the end-to-end implementation of ERP across our organization. The candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating ERP implementation activities, ensuring alignment across multiple business functions (P2P, O2C, R2R, and Hire-to-Retire), and driving project success through structured project management practices. This role requires strong cross-functional understanding, stakeholder management, and the ability to lead project execution with attention to detail and ownership of deliverables. 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as project manager for ERP implementation, ensuring timely execution across all phases (planning, design, build, testing, deployment, post-go-live support)
• Collaborate with business function owners and external consultants (Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Sales, Procurement, Operations) to gather requirements, validate workflows, and align systems with organizational needs
• Coordinate BRD development with third-party vendors and internal stakeholders
• Manage collaboration with external implementation partners, consultants, and vendors to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Drive project governance, including project planning, status tracking, stakeholder meetings, risk/issue management, and escalation handling
• Serve as primary liaison between internal teams and external consultants to ensure smooth communication and resolution of dependencies
• Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT), coordinate training sessions, and drive adoption across functions
• Monitor and manage project budget, resources, and timeline, ensuring on-scope successful delivery
• Champion process improvements and embed best practices within ERP workflows
• Provide post-implementation support for stabilization and continuous improvement of ERP usage

Candidate Requirements

• Education: MBA in Operations, IT, or related specialization
• Certifications: PMP preferred
• Experience: 5–7 years in ERP project management with at least 1 full-cycle implementation exposure
• Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of P2P, O2C, R2R, and Hire-to-Retire processes
• Skills:
  • Ability to manage complex projects, drive stakeholder alignment, resolve conflicts
  • Hands-on experience with project management tools (JIRA, MS Project, or similar)
  • Knowledge of ERP project methodologies
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently while coordinating across multiple teams
• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Open Source ERP) is an advantage

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a transformational ERP implementation for the organization
• Exposure to cross-functional business processes and senior stakeholders
• Collaborative work environment with emphasis on ownership and innovation

Mandatory Requirement

Primary Job Profile : Project Finance

Technical Skills : ERP, Project management

Candidate Industry Requirement: any

Candidate Location Requirement: any

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