Enterprise Resources Planning Project Manager

• Job Title: ERP Transformation Program Manager
• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Job Purpose:

Lead the end-to-end ERP transformation program, replacing the legacy Oracle ERP with a modern enterprise solution. The role is responsible for business process assessment, BRD and RFP preparation, vendor selection, implementation, data migration, testing, go-live, and project governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the existing Oracle ERP environment, integrations, customizations, and business processes.
• Conduct workshops and prepare Business Requirement Documents (BRDs).
• Develop and manage the ERP Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
• Lead vendor evaluation, demonstrations, scoring, and contract discussions.
• Manage project scope, budget, timeline, risks, and stakeholder communication.
• Coordinate business users, implementation partners, and external consultants.
• Oversee solution design, data migration, system integration, testing, training, and change management.
• Ensure successful go-live, post-implementation support, and benefits realization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• PMP and/or PRINCE2 certification preferred.

Experience:

• 15+ years of IT and enterprise applications experience.
• 10+ years of ERP implementation/project management experience.
• Successfully delivered at least two full-cycle ERP implementation or replacement projects.
• Hands-on experience in BRD preparation, RFP development, vendor evaluation, and ERP selection.
• Experience in FMCG, Manufacturing, Food, or Distribution industries is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Oracle EBS migration and modern ERP platforms such as Oracle Cloud, SAP S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Infor, or IFS.

Key Competencies:

• ERP Program Management
• Business Process Re-engineering
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management
• Risk & Change Management
• Leadership & Communication
• Budget & Resource Management
• Data Migration & Testing
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Key Deliverables:

• ERP Roadmap
• Business Process Maps (AS-IS / TO-BE)
• Business Requirement Documents (BRDs)
• RFP Documentation
• Vendor Evaluation Report
• Project Plan & Risk Register
• Data Migration Strategy
• Testing & Go-Live Plan
• Project Closure Report

Preferred Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate should have successfully led an ERP transformation program for a medium- to large FMCG or manufacturing organization covering Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Sales, Distribution, and related business functions.