Program Manager - ERP Implementation

Salary: $118.75 to $137.50 hourly

Description

We are seeking a Program Manager for an ERP Implementation project based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role involves establishing a Program Management Office (PMO) for ERP, managing the program's scope, schedule, and budget, and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. The chosen candidate will also be responsible for supervising ERP-related project tasks and ensuring timely and high-quality project deliveries. This is a contract-to-permanent employment opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a detailed plan to establish an ERP PMO.
• Manage the program's scope, schedule, and budget in line with organizational priorities.
• Ensure that the ERP implementation and associated projects align with the company's broader strategies and goals.
• Define program objectives, scope, milestones, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Supervise ERP-related project tasks, including configuration, integration, and data migration activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project deliveries are timely and of high quality.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, resource allocations, and budget estimates.
• Identify potential risks early on and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Address and resolve project issues promptly, escalating critical concerns if necessary.
• Act as the primary point of contact for program-related inquiries and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Manage daily operations of ERP software implementations, ensuring vendor commitments, project milestones, and deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines.
• Develop and execute a change management strategy to facilitate smooth user adoption.
• Design training programs to support end-user proficiency and readiness.
• Document lessons learned and share best practices for future improvement.
• Monitor and optimize system performance over time.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in Budget Processes is required
• Excellent Communication skills are essential
• Experience in Compliance is necessary
• Knowledge of Workday is a must
• Familiarity with Workday Enterprise Learning is needed
• 2 plus years of Workday ERP experience required
• Proficiency in Workday Financial Management is needed
• Experience in Workday HCM is essential
• Knowledge of Workday HRIS is mandatory
• Familiarity with Workday Integration is required
• Experience with Workday Payroll is necessary
• Proficiency in PMO - Project Management Office is mandatory
• Experience in Formal Project Management is required
  
  
  

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