Project Manager - ERP

What do you think of when you hear the name MNP? Most likely tax and accounting, but as one of Canada’s largest consulting organizations, we’re so much more! We’re also serious about technology.

Make an impact within Digital Solutions as a Project Manager focused on ERP projects. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for planning and leading ERP implementation, optimization and transformation projects from discovery and design through to deployment, adoption and stabilization. This diverse team of tech-savvy problem solvers helps clients improve how they operate through modern business platforms, including ERP, finance, operations, supply chain and related enterprise systems. Regardless of the underpinning technology, our team members understand clients’ unique needs and embrace the possibilities that technology brings to an evolving business landscape.

At MNP Digital, we’re a team of highly skilled and creative thinkers that continuously support and learn from each other. We pride ourselves on translating our clients’ challenges into real results by leveraging technology - and that all starts with having the right people to deliver. We’ve created an environment where you’ll continuously grow, always have a voice and collaborate on work that’s meaningful and fulfilling. If you’re ready to take your career into your own hands, you’ve come to the right place.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organization and delivery of key ERP client projects; ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to scope, quality and business outcomes
• Lead ERP implementation, upgrade, integration, optimization and business transformation initiatives across finance, operations, supply chain, reporting and related business platform areas
• Apply appropriate project delivery methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid approaches, based on project complexity, client environment and ERP implementation needs
• Facilitate project ceremonies and governance routines, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, status meetings, steering committee updates, sprint reviews and retrospectives, where applicable
• Support clients and project teams through ERP discovery, requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, training, deployment and post-go-live stabilization activities
• Manage assigned budgets, project financials, resource plans and regular reporting on budget burn down, profitability and overall delivery health
• Perform risk and issue management to identify, document, evaluate, mitigate, escalate and communicate project risks, decisions, dependencies and blockers
• Coordinate internal resources, client stakeholders and third-party vendors to support effective execution of ERP project deliverables
• Develop project scopes, objectives, workplans and governance structures while involving relevant stakeholders and confirming business, technical and operational feasibility
• Ensure resource availability, allocation and alignment across functional consultants, technical consultants, client subject matter experts and implementation partners
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, deliverables and status reporting to track progress and support transparent communication
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, cost and business requirements
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques, including ERP implementation trackers, RAID logs, status reports and project dashboards
• Monitor project timelines against targets and adjust where necessary; advise management and client stakeholders of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies, where applicable
• Manage relationships with clients, project sponsors, business stakeholders, implementation teams and vendors throughout the ERP project lifecycle
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, governance materials, decision logs, issue logs, change requests and implementation readiness materials
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s ERP, business platforms and digital services, along with client industries, business processes and operational priorities
• Raise awareness of MNP through discussions at community events, client interactions and company-sponsored functions
• Contribute to the development of new ideas, delivery approaches, templates and work processes to improve ERP project delivery quality and consistency

Skills and Experience

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, preferably in business, information systems, computer science, engineering or a related discipline
• Completion of additional certifications, such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum or ERP-specific certifications, is considered an asset
• Minimum of 7 years of proven project management experience, ideally with ERP implementation, business systems transformation or enterprise application delivery projects
• Experience leading ERP projects involving finance, accounting, operations, supply chain, professional services automation, reporting or related business process areas
• Experience with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Business Central, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Sage Intacct or similar business platforms is considered an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, JIRA or similar platforms
• Background in business process improvement, budgeting, project financials, stakeholder management and project reporting
• Ability to work with clients to understand requirements, current-state processes, pain points and future-state business needs, and translate them into clear project plans and deliverables
• Understanding of ERP implementation phases, including discovery, solution design, configuration, data migration, testing, training, cutover, go-live and stabilization
• Solid understanding of technical delivery concepts, integrations, data, reporting and enterprise application environments
• Highly organized and able to manage competing priorities, timelines and expectations across clients, leadership, project teams and third-party vendors
• Strong communication, facilitation and relationship management skills, with the ability to engage both business and technical audiences
• Bilingual in English and French is strongly desired

MY REWARDS @ MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more.

This is a current opportunity with a hiring range of between $90,000 to $115,000 depending on skills and experience level.

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!