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. Show more Show less

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.

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.