Job Description
We are seeking a senior ERP transformation leader to guide a major initiative consolidating multiple business units currently operating on disparate systems into a unified **JD Edwards Enterprise platform. This engagement requires a leader who can operate at the intersection of business strategy, operational transformation, and enterprise technology, partnering closely with executive leadership to modernize core processes and successfully deliver a multi-entity ERP implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- ERP Implementation Leadership
- Lead the end-to-end implementation and rollout of JD Edwards 9.2 across multiple business units currently operating on legacy systems.
- Serve as the primary liaison between IT leadership, business stakeholders, and external implementation partners.
- Develop and execute the ERP implementation roadmap including planning, configuration, testing, and deployment.
- Business Process Transformation
- Evaluate current business processes and systems used across various business units.
- Partner with functional leaders to standardize and optimize processes within the JD Edwards platform.
- Ensure alignment between ERP functionality and operational requirements across finance, supply chain, and operations.
- Data Migration & Systems Integration
- Oversee data migration strategy from legacy platforms, databases, and departmental systems into JD Edwards.
- Ensure proper data cleansing, mapping, and validation to maintain data integrity during migration.
- Coordinate integration of JD Edwards with other enterprise systems and reporting platforms.
- Program Governance & Project Delivery
- Establish project governance frameworks including steering committees, status reporting, and milestone tracking.
- Manage project timelines, resources, risks, and vendor deliverables.
- Lead cutover planning, go-live readiness, and post-go-live stabilization (hypercare).
- Stakeholder Management & Change Leadership
- Drive organizational change management to support ERP adoption across the business.
- Communicate project progress and risks to executive leadership.
- Mentor internal teams and build internal ERP capability.
- Qualifications
- 10+ years of ERP implementation experience, with significant experience in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne environments
- Proven track record leading ERP migrations or multi-entity implementations
- Deep understanding of ERP modules including:
- Financials (GL, AP, AR)
- Procurement
- Inventory / Supply Chain
- Manufacturing or Job Cost (preferred)
- Experience leading data migration from legacy systems into ERP platforms
- Strong program management and stakeholder leadership skills
- Experience working with system integrators or ERP consulting partners
- Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
- Preferred Experience
- Experience implementing or upgrading JD Edwards
- Experience consolidating multiple business units or acquired companies onto a single ERP
- Familiarity with data migration tools and integration frameworks
- Background in industries such as manufacturing, distribution, construction, or asset-intensive organizations
- Engagement Details
- Location: Remote with occasional travel as needed
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