PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of ERP & IT Project Manager to be based in any of the following locations: Westport, Salford, Thurnscoe, Barletta or San Sebastian. Portwest is one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,300 staff worldwide, with customer service staff in over 130+ countries and 11 Global warehouses in UK, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Spain, UAE, USA and Australia.
JOB TITLE: ERP & IT Project Manager
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time Permanent
REPORTS TO: Group Project Manager
JOB SUMMARY:
Portwest are looking to add a Project Manager to our PMO with a focus on delivery of ERP related projects (Infor M3) and occasional Digital and IT projects. This role requires a strong understanding of Project Management methodologies (waterfall and Agile), ERP systems and business processes. The ability to lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery is crucial.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Devise the approach and delivery plan based on Demand Management criteria and prioritisation.
* Identify stakeholders, requirements, expectations, and acceptance criteria.
* Prepare the project charter containing business needs and stakeholders’ confirmation.
* Prepare necessary project governance and management tools, and set-up meeting cadence.
* Execute the project according to the project charter, scope statement, and project management plan.
* Capture and manage project issues, risks, and changes related to scope, timelines, costs, etc.
* Function as a liaison between the test team and existing business system owners.
* Ensure required deliverables from each phase of the project are complete and accurate.
* Identify lessons learned during each phase for formal phase closure.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong understanding of ERP implementation methodologies and best practices.
* 5+ years of experience implementing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance operations.
* Experience in B2B organisations highly desirable.
* Excellent client-facing and relationship management experience.
* Experience overseeing at least one Project Manager from a third party.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
* Proficiency in project management software and tools.
* PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
* Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail.
COMPANY AWARDS:
* Great Place To Work 2023
* Best Medium Sized Workplaces 2022
* Ibec Leading in Wellbeing Top 100 companies 2021
* Portwest CEO - Business Man Of The Year - In Business Ireland 2020
* Deloitte Best Managed Companies 2016-2023
* Private Irish Business of the Year Export Industry Awards 2019
* Exporter of the Year 2018
* Portwest CEO - EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2017
Portwest do not support visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have a right to work and fulfil any relevant visa/work permit requirements in the relevant jurisdiction.
Portwest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group.
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