At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major ERP transformation project using Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Company: Established manufacturing business in Ballymena, investing in digital transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £70,000, full-time role with strong leadership support.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a respected company focused on innovation.
- Why this job: Drive impactful change and gain board-level exposure in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in IT project management, experience with Dynamics 365 implementations.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
Senior ERP Project Manager role leading a major Dynamics 365 F&O transformation.
Up to £70,000 per annum. Based on-site in Ballymena, Northern Ireland; occasional travel required.
Rare opportunity to lead a high-impact ERP programme end-to-end for a well-established manufacturer.
About the Company
Our client is a long-established, specialist manufacturing business based in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, operating at scale across complex production and supply chain environments. With a strong track record of engineering excellence and a clear strategic vision, they are now embarking on a major digital transformation programme centred on the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations. This is a business that invests in its people and takes a serious, structured approach to technology-led change.
The Role
This is a senior, hands-on project management position at the heart of a business-critical ERP transformation. You will take full ownership of the programme lifecycle, from planning and design through to go-live and post-implementation support, working across IT, operations, finance, and supply chain. You will manage a mixed team of internal stakeholders and external implementation partners, and report at a senior leadership level. This role suits a highly organised, commercially aware project manager who thrives in complex, cross-functional environments and knows how to keep enterprise programmes on track.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the full project lifecycle for a Dynamics 365 F&O ERP implementation, from initiation through to post-go-live support.
- Lead and coordinate internal teams, business stakeholders, and third-party implementation partners across all project workstreams.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, RAID logs, schedules, and progress reporting.
- Manage project budgets, resource allocations, and forecasts throughout the programme.
- Drive governance processes, including steering committee reporting and executive-level stakeholder engagement.
- Oversee data migration activities, system integration workstreams, and process redesign milestones.
- Identify, elevate, and resolve risks, issues, and dependencies across the programme.
- Translate business requirements into functional and technical deliverables in collaboration with architects and analysts.
- Ensure the programme aligns with business objectives and delivers measurable outcomes on time and within budget.
What You'll Need
Essential
- 5+ years' experience managing IT or enterprise business systems projects.
- Proven experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or Dynamics AX implementations.
- Experience leading at least three full-lifecycle ERP implementations.
- Strong understanding of ERP-adjacent business processes across Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations.
- Experience managing data migration and system integration workstreams.
- Experience managing third-party implementation partners and cross-functional teams.
- Project management certification: PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent.
- Third-level qualification in Business, IT, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Desirable / Nice to Have
- Experience delivering large-scale ERP transformation across multiple business units.
- Familiarity with Azure Integration Services or Power Platform.
- Experience migrating from Sage ERP to Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Why Apply?
- Salary up to £70,000 per annum.
- Full-time, permanent position.
- On-site in Ballymena with occasional travel.
- Lead a genuinely transformational, high-visibility programme with board-level exposure.
- Work within a respected manufacturing business investing seriously in its future.
- Collaborative environment with strong senior leadership support.
Next Steps
If you have a strong track record delivering enterprise ERP programmes and are ready for your next major challenge, Aaron Somers at Ocho People would love to hear from you.
ERP Project Manager employer: Ocho People
Ocho People is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in Belfast, perfect for those looking to advance their careers in finance. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer study support alongside competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring our team members thrive both professionally and personally in a fast-paced environment.
