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.