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SAP S/4HANA PMO Manager - Transformation Programme Fixed Term Contract -9-Months £80k + £6.2k Car Allowance + 10% Bonus Location: Hybrid - Onsite 3 Days Weekly - Slough, Berkshire Must be Eligible to Work in the UK We are supporting an FMCG organisation embarking on a significant SAP S/4HANA Transformation programme across the UK & Europe . Will also support several Finance Transformation initiatives. The role will play a key part in programme governance, planning & delivery coordination , supporting senior programme leadership and ensuring strong oversight across multiple transformation workstreams. Role: Provide structured PMO leadership and coordination support across a complex SAP S/4HANA Transformation programme, helping to ensure milestones, governance and reporting remain aligned across multiple functions. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining the integrated programme plan and tracking milestones & dependencies Managing RAID logs (risks, assumptions, issues & dependencies) Supporting programme governance & reporting cycles Coordinating delivery across - Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales & IT workstreams Supporting UAT planning, cutover readiness and go-live preparation Tracking budget, resources & programme performance metrics Preparing Steering Committee reporting & governance packs Alongside the SAP programme - will also support several finance transformation initiatives including - process harmonisation, reporting improvements & operational optimisation. Experience Required: SAP PMO / Programme Management / Senior Project experience - 5- 8+ years experience Supporting SAP S/4HANA Transformation Programmes Programme Governance, RAID Management & Reporting Strong planning & organisational capability Third Parties - effectively managed vendors Excellent stakeholder coordination across Business & Technology teams FMCG, CPG, Manufacturing, Retail or Supply Chain environment experience is preferred

Sr SAP S/4HANA Project Manager (Hybrid / Remote / Client-facing) A rapidly growing SAP consultancy is looking for a Senior SAP Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes across enterprise clients. This is a leadership role responsible for managing complex SAP implementation projects from mobilisation through to go-live. You will work closely with programme leadership, architects and client stakeholders to ensure successful delivery across multiple functional and technical workstreams. The role offers the opportunity to work on major ERP transformation initiatives, helping organisations modernise their core business systems through SAP S/4HANA. The Role: You will take ownership of the delivery of SAP S/4HANA implementation projects within wider transformation programmes, ensuring delivery remains structured, controlled and aligned with programme milestones. This includes coordinating delivery teams across functional, technical, integration and data workstreams while maintaining strong governance and stakeholder communication. Key Responsibilities: Lead delivery of SAP S/4HANA implementation projects within large transformation programmes Manage the end-to-end delivery lifecycle including planning, design, build, testing, cutover and go-live Coordinate delivery across functional, technical, integration, data migration and testing teams Ensure projects remain on schedule, within scope and aligned to programme milestones Maintain strong governance, RAID management and risk mitigation Provide clear delivery updates to programme leadership and client stakeholders Oversee testing cycles, cutover planning, go-live readiness and hypercare support Support change management, business readiness and user adoption activities What We're Looking For: 8-12+ years experience delivering SAP programmes or projects Proven track record managing SAP S/4HANA implementations Strong understanding of the S/4HANA delivery lifecycle Experience working with SAP Activate methodology Experience coordinating multi-workstream SAP delivery teams Strong stakeholder management skills Experience working in enterprise transformation environments Why Join: Work on large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes Join a fast-growing SAP consultancy Collaborate with experienced SAP architects and transformation leaders Opportunity to play a key role in major digital transformation initiatives

We are recruiting on behalf of our valued client, a market leading provider of IT Project Management Services, who is seeking an IT Project Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, so client sites are typically close to help ensure you can get home each day. Flexibility is essential, as each project will involve a different level of on-site presence. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The role requires the end-to-end delivery of software application projects and infrastructure deployments, with a strong focus on ERP, CRM and other enterprise platforms. This includes managing implementations, integrations, data migration, testing, and go-lives across a range of client environments. You will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Deliver ERP, CRM and enterprise software projects end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure implementations end-to-end Define scope, plans and milestones across multi-disciplinary teams Lead implementation, configuration, customisation and integrations Oversee data migration, cutover and validation activity Manage vendors, suppliers and technical teams Run governance, RAID management and progress reporting Support business change and user adoption Budget tracking and cost control. About You You'll have 4+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex software solutions. You must have a driving licence, access to a vehicle and the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering CRM, ERP and enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, ServiceNow) Full software delivery lifecycle: requirements, build, test, migration, go live Managing data migration and integrations Working with Agile and Waterfall methods Strong stakeholder and vendor management Managing software budgets and commercial approvals Using Jira, MS Project Online, DevOps or similar tools.

We are recruiting on behalf of our valued client, a market leading provider of IT Project Management Services, who is seeking an IT Project Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, so client sites are typically close to help ensure you can get home each day. Flexibility is essential, as each project will involve a different level of on-site presence. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The role requires the end-to-end delivery of software application projects and infrastructure deployments, with a strong focus on ERP, CRM and other enterprise platforms. This includes managing implementations, integrations, data migration, testing, and go lives across a range of client environments. You will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Deliver ERP, CRM and enterprise software projects end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure implementations end-to-end Define scope, plans and milestones across multi disciplinary teams Lead implementation, configuration, customisation and integrations Oversee data migration, cutover and validation activity Manage vendors, suppliers and technical teams Run governance, RAID management and progress reporting Support business change and user adoption Budget tracking and cost control About You You'll have 4+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex software solutions. You must have a driving licence, access to a vehicle and the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering CRM, ERP and enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, ServiceNow) Full software delivery lifecycle: requirements, build, test, migration, go live Managing data migration and integrations Working with Agile and Waterfall methods Strong stakeholder and vendor management Managing software budgets and commercial approvals Using Jira, MS Project Online, DevOps or similar tools

We are recruiting on behalf of our valued client, a market leading provider of IT Project Management Services, who is seeking an IT Project Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, so client sites are typically close to help ensure you can get home each day. Flexibility is essential, as each project will involve a different level of on-site presence. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The role requires the end-to-end delivery of software application projects and infrastructure deployments, with a strong focus on ERP, CRM and other enterprise platforms. This includes managing implementations, integrations, data migration, testing, and go lives across a range of client environments. You will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Deliver ERP, CRM and enterprise software projects end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure implementations end-to-end Define scope, plans and milestones across multi disciplinary teams Lead implementation, configuration, customisation and integrations Oversee data migration, cutover and validation activity Manage vendors, suppliers and technical teams Run governance, RAID management and progress reporting Support business change and user adoption Budget tracking and cost control About You You'll have 4+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex software solutions. You must have a driving licence, access to a vehicle and the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering CRM, ERP and enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, ServiceNow) Full software delivery lifecycle: requirements, build, test, migration, go live Managing data migration and integrations Working with Agile and Waterfall methods Strong stakeholder and vendor management Managing software budgets and commercial approvals Using Jira, MS Project Online, DevOps or similar tools

SAP SuccessFactors Integration Manager Location: Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh Career Level: Recruiting at the following levels: Consultant to Manager Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture thatthrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunitiesthat candrive your career in new and exciting ways If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you.As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. In our team you will learn: • How to provide solutions to real world problems across a variety of industries. • How to help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. • The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. • How best to develop your skills and hone your talents within an innovative technology environment As a SuccessFactors Integration Consultant, you will: Drive interface design discussions in client workshops Prepare interface functional design documents based on workshop discussions with various internal and external parties Understand the SuccessFactors Employee Central APIs and produce mapping documents which provide the specification for the Build (Development) team to create interfaces from Employee Central to integrating systems Depending on experience, signpost known issues and develop mitigating strategies to address Prepare test cases, test data and provide support for the various test cycles - unit testing, SIT and possibly UAT Support a Development team in clarifying questions related to interface design Proactively communicate risks and issues which relate to the interface delivery Provide guidance and expertise on HR business processes, from process design through to process execution Provide expert advice on SuccessFactors functionality in relation to the HR processes in scope Lead conversations with key HR stakeholders to understand as-is environment and advise on strategic and tactical roadmap with suitable solutions Autonomously work with your client counterpart to understand requirements, deduce work products and deliverables from these, followed by solution design and configuration the client's SuccessFactors products Conduct technical analysis of integrated or interfacing systems in the SAP SuccesFactors domain Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: At least one end to end SuccessFactors project implementation and delivery experience (across the lifecycle from discovery through to deployment) Minimum of 1 implementation project with hands-on experience of integrating SuccessFactors Employee Central and external payroll providers and/or other internal HR and external to HR applications Working understanding of SAP Cloud Platform Integration and SuccessFactors APIs with certification in SAP CPI and/or SuccessFactors Employee Central is desirable Strong understanding of HR business processes and how these data are then presented in the SuccessFactors APIs. Proven experience in agile delivery methods, application design development, technical architecture, integration, change management, test strategy and execution, cutover planning, cutover execution and deployment. Ability to manage one's own work and that of others including external stakeholders as required. Set yourself apart: Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Mastery of excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, with excellent leadership skills Proven history of hands-on delivery in major HR transformation programmes and success in contributing within a team environment What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 or 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found. SRG100 RROOTS Locations Birmingham,Manchester

SAP Digital Finance Senior Manager Location: Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh Career Level: Senior Manager Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a Team: We are one of the world's leading providers of SAP consulting services. You'll work on innovative projects with colleagues to drive collaboration from strategy through to implementation. You will be using the latest SAP technologies, drawing from your own accounting, finance process and SAP Finance (FICO, S4 Finance etc.) experience to help clients solve specific business problems or aid in driving their strategic agenda forward. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture thatthrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunitiesthat candrive your career in new and exciting ways If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the leadership role for you.As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge SAP technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. In our Team you will learn: How to provide solutions to real world problems across a variety of industries, whilst referencing past deliveries of end to end SAP Finance implementations. Gain experience across a variety of challenging scenarios addressing customer problems; such as system integration, business transformation, process optimization, application rationalisation or application management. How to bring additional value to clients by utilizing Accenture's Industry-wide best practices and proprietary tools / accelerators. Gain insight into Accenture's integrative operating model by working alongside other parts of our company (Strategy & Consulting, Operations, Interactive) to achieve the best outcome for our clients. As a SAP Digital Finance Senior Manager, you will: Be a trusted advisor to senior leadership Help clients start the process of modernizing their finance functions by consulting with internal and external teams to set their SAP Finance strategy and goals, then prioritizing your team's workflow Provide guidance on finance business processes, from process design through to process execution. Provide expert advice on SAP Finance functionality in relation to the finance processes in scope. Lead conversations with senior finance stakeholders to understand as-is environment and advise on strategic and tactical roadmap with suitable solutions. Autonomously work with your client counterpart to shape and deliver transformation programmes Encourage innovation from team members; support their ideas and career goals Grow the practice by actively driving the new business proposal process Stay on top of SAP roadmap and innovations influencing the CFO ecosystem Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: Strong experience leading SAP projects and/or teams Strong understanding of finance business processes and accounting practices. Strong SAP Finance skills: SAP FICO, S4 Finance or Central Finance. Implementation and delivery experience, which should include multiple S4 full project lifecycles. Proven experience in agile delivery methods, change management, test strategy and execution, cutover planning and execution. Additional desirable skills: Group Reporting, Product Costing, Profitability Analysis (COPA), FSCM and Banking Integration, Opentext (VIM), Joint Venture Accounting (JVA), Project Systems (PS), Asset Accounting (AA), period end close (SAP FCC), financial reporting and consolidation, tax. Integration experience with other SAP modules (SD, MM, PP) is also beneficial. Set yourself apart: Track record of business, practice, and people development Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment. Mastery of excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, with excellent leadership skills. Proven history of hands-on delivery in major IT transformation programmes and success in contributing within a team environment. What's in it for you: At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 or 30 days' vacation per year, gym subsidy, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for. About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at . Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Closing Date for Applications 31/04/2021 Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found. Locations Birmingham,Edinburgh,Manchester

SAP Fieldglass Functional Consultant Location: Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh Career Level: Recruiting at the following levels: Associate Manager or Manager Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role to deliver the first-class services we are known for. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO. As a Team As part of Smart Procurement UKI, the Fieldglass Consultant would lead and assist with Fieldglass implementations and contribute towards the progress of the Fieldglass pipeline in the region. The Project's delivery would require an expert who could lead Fieldglass implementation from planning to delivery. The job responsibilities would include conducting demos & workshops and ensuring successful completion of all project delivery phases from requirement gathering, configuration, testing and go-live to training to stabilization of Fieldglass Application for our clients. The Consultant is expected to lead all theSAP Fieldglassaspects of the Proposal, interact with potential and current clients. Conduct demos for clients and help grow our footprint in the procurement market of VMS solutions experts. In our team you will learn to: Lead the development of the SAP Fieldglass portions of proposals. Advise on all customer's questions as described in the RFP. Define and carve out solutions to solve client business problems that take advantage of SAP's latest cloud enabled Solutions. Support clients to develop SAP Fieldglass transformation roadmaps, advising on analytics operating model best practices, governance and hybrid technology architectures. Drive the necessary solution sign-off with robust thinking based on client business objectives, industry imperatives, risk assessment, budget and technology options. As a SAP Fieldglass Consultant, you will: Interact and work with the customer and workstream leads to ensure application and technical requirements are defined. Ensure all requirements trace back to the customer's needs, so the technical direction is consistent with the customer's strategy. Provide regular status updates on development to Leadership and delivery/project lead. Identify and communicate impacts or risks that may impact ongoing deployments Track and ensure approvals are obtained on functional and technical design documentation for change requests and deviations by the stakeholders and team leads. Interact with SAP FG vendor to explore and define solutions and integrations. Design and deliver SAP Fieldglass enabled solutions in accordance with the clients roadmap and business drivers. Work with the Change Management team and Ensure the creation of training materials. Conduct and impart training for all stakeholders including MSPs and Suppliers. Lead and create migration plan with the cutover team. Work with functional and technical architects to manage the migration of design to test environments and production with the cutover lead. Show more Show less Qualifications We are looking for experience in the following skills: Ability to define the scope, configure, and execute a functional requirement. Ability to map customer requirements to technology capabilities. Ability to review project deliverables for completeness, quality and ensure compliance with established project standards. while meeting project deadlines and objectives. Ability to document risks and issues and communicate the status of progress against plan, taking corrective action as necessary. Business process mapping and knowledge to identify opportunities for process improvement. Troubleshooting and Problem-solving Set yourself apart: Ability to demonstrate innovative thinking in front of our clients in to help them maximise the value of their investments in data. A proven track record of analytics solution delivery experience from assisting clients with their initial thinking, through to definition of functional requirements, right through to delivery. The ability to develop relationships with clients, through confidence in presenting challenging points of view and innovative solutions to their business challenges. What's in it for you: At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries - powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Closing Date for Applications 31/08/2022 Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found. RROOTS SRG100 Locations Birmingham,Edinburgh,Manchester

Contract Cutover Manager - 6 months - Inside IR35 As the Cutover manager, you will be responsible for coordinating with the project managers for all areas to ensure a cutover plan is built, maintained, and agreed upon by all parties and also for the coordination and management of the Cutover. You will manage all relevant parties to align with the cutover plan whilst developing a detailed cut-over checklist and project plan. Other responsibilities would include detailed project management of the cut-over and conversion deliverables to the new system, resolving discrepancies or process issues related to cut-over. The Cutover Manager will work with all towers and functional areas to ensure a robust cutover plan is built. They will support the mock cutover activities ensuring any risks and issues are identified and managed. They will own the cutover and the management of the necessary resources to ensure a smooth transition into Production. Role Responsibilities: Plans the human and physical resources required for cut-over activities. Provides cut-over status reporting to project leadership and key stakeholders involved in the coordination of Legacy shut down activities before application activation Works closely with the work-groups to document the cut-over plan for each application Alignment with business implementation partners to agree on business calming Ramp Down = stopping operations Ramp Up = Starting operations In a controlled way Communications and stakeholder planning with customers, colleagues, suppliers, tech vendors in support of cutover Strong alignment or creation of hyper-care approach Strong alignment and coordination of Service transition plan Data validation and reconciliation process execution and sign off Coordination with all technical and business teams to create a cutover plan Detailed tracking and status reporting of cutover plan Identification and tracking of all key rollback decision points and criteria to be measured Definition of rollback plan and all Dress rehearsal execution of rollback plan Dress rehearsal execution and updating of the cutover plan Restore from back up Run books and test About You: Previous experienced Cutover Manager capacity, ideally on SAP Programmes Strong communication and management skills Good technology knowledge Ability to effectively engage and influence globally We are able to offer a competitive day rate for this opportunity, inside IR35 and will be looking for someone to work on a Hybrid basis with weekly visits to our clients site in Leeds. If you feel your experience meets the essential criteria please send a relevant and tailored CV via this advert.

ERP PROJECT MANAGER - CONTRACT - 6 MONTHS - OUTSIDE IR35 ROLE OVERVIEW The role's mission is to manage and deliver the migration of ERP & associated applications as part of a wider project to application infrastructure). The central role of the Deployment Manager is to oversee and drive all project activities and to represent the client within the wider project team. This individual will be responsible for providing day-to-day project management, guidance, communication and support across the full lifecycle of the project. The Deployment Manager will have strong experience of ERP migration and a proven ability to work cross-functionally to co-ordinate and lead project activities through the usual project lifecycle. JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Overall project management responsibility of the Surf project, including project planning, resource allocation and steering committee leadership Manage the relationship with third-party providers, alignment and representation in the project. Develop project and cut-over plans with both internal resources and external partners and manage the project in terms of cost, duration and interdependent projects Develop a communication plan to support each phase of the project and tailored to stakeholder group Develop and deliver project progress reports, RAID Logs and risk metrics Manage all tasks, timetables, budgets, resources and project deliverables Provide quality control across the full project lifecycle Track and manage all project tasks, including those executed by the client and 3rd parties Develop an effective PMO structure aligned to the needs of the project Maintain weekly status updates to the Steering Committee and sponsors that is clear and concise Evaluate and own client business readiness, including testing and test preparation, cutover planning etc and associated communication with the business Ensure client business is aware of, and plans for any changes impacting from the project, e.g. Logo and document wording changes, move from VPN to Azure etc Identify problems early and get these resolved between Business and the project team. Escalate where necessary KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Ideally 10 to 15 years of IT experience in retail and/or manufacturing industry Fully qualified ERP Project Manager with a minimum of 5 years' experience leading ERP migrations - Ideally experienced with projects delivering SAP ECC Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to actively encourage collaboration Able to develop project schedules aligned to interdependent projects Able to positively influence others and to work cross-organisationally Energy and focus on delivering the right work in the right order based on value Can clarify priorities and control scope with leaders Good communication skills with frequent, transparent, and clear communication needed across all levels Experience of working in a group function that supports both internal and 3rd Party teams Practical experience of waterfall project management methodology Good understanding of business applications including ERP, CRM, WMS etc

Location: Cheshire, North West Length: 6 Months+ Rate: £550-£600 per day Our client is a national retailer with a turnover of over £1.1bn that are going through a significant change programme. As part of this programme they are seeking a UAT, Cutover, Business Readiness and Transition Project Manager on a contract basis to be responsible for the hands on preparation and management of the day-to-day activities moving the business operations successfully through the user acceptance testing activities, into deployment and then into the live service transition to BAU. A proven track record of working on various ERP implementations such as JDE, SAP, Oracle or MS Dynamics, experience of working in a multi-dimensional business environment and end-to-end business operations. Key Responsibilities * Establish the UAT test regime, acceptance in service criteria and go-live process with/for the relevant work-streams within the overall ERP Programme * Work closely with the existing Logistics, Finance, Retail Support and Commercial teams, third party implementation partners and other business functions * Build credibility with the relevant business process owners across the business and Supplier project teams * Engage with and be a point of contact for the wider business on UAT, cut-over activities and Service Transition * Perform (hands-on) the roles of “UAT Manager”, “UAT tester”, “Release Manager”, “Deployment/roll-out Manager” and “Service Transition Manager” depending on the needs of the specific stage of the ERP Programme * Provide transition support for the move of new processes into the relevant BAU functions * Contribute to ensuring a smooth implementation of the changes to the business (process, people and technology) * Proactively engage with relevant stakeholders, suppliers and governance processes * Highlight relevant opportunities for simplification and efficiencies Person Attributes * Strong background in UAT management, project management and service integration with exceptional stakeholder and end-user management skills. * Strong UAT and project management experience * Comfortable working at a detail level AND at a higher level * Comfortable fulfilling multiple project roles * Working hands on producing the outputs * Ability to deliver high-quality outputs early in the engagement * The ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and work flexibly under tight timescales * Positive can-do attitude, inspiring confidence that things can be done * Outstanding attention to detail * Ability to work across activities as a "virtual" member of multiple teams * Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with, and exert positive influence over colleagues and suppliers This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a significant change programme where you can put your skills and abilities to the test. Please apply with your CV or call (Apply online only) for further information. UAT, Service Transition, BAU, ERP, Project Management, Service Integration, Release, Deployment, Test, Testing, Cutover, Business Readiness

Location: Cheshire, North West Length: 6 Months+ Rate: £550-£600 per day Our client is a national retailer with a turnover of over £1.1bn that are going through a significant change programme. As part of this programme they are seeking a UAT, Cutover, Business Readiness and Transition Project Manager on a contract basis to be responsible for the hands on preparation and management of the day-to-day activities moving the business operations successfully through the user acceptance testing activities, into deployment and then into the live service transition to BAU. A proven track record of working on various ERP implementations such as JDE, SAP, Oracle or MS Dynamics, experience of working in a multi-dimensional business environment and end-to-end business operations. Key Responsibilities * Establish the UAT test regime, acceptance in service criteria and go-live process with/for the relevant work-streams within the overall ERP Programme * Work closely with the existing Logistics, Finance, Retail Support and Commercial teams, third party implementation partners and other business functions * Build credibility with the relevant business process owners across the business and Supplier project teams * Engage with and be a point of contact for the wider business on UAT, cut-over activities and Service Transition * Perform (hands-on) the roles of “UAT Manager”, “UAT tester”, “Release Manager”, “Deployment/roll-out Manager” and “Service Transition Manager” depending on the needs of the specific stage of the ERP Programme * Provide transition support for the move of new processes into the relevant BAU functions * Contribute to ensuring a smooth implementation of the changes to the business (process, people and technology) * Proactively engage with relevant stakeholders, suppliers and governance processes * Highlight relevant opportunities for simplification and efficiencies Person Attributes * Strong background in UAT management, project management and service integration with exceptional stakeholder and end-user management skills. * Strong UAT and project management experience * Comfortable working at a detail level AND at a higher level * Comfortable fulfilling multiple project roles * Working hands on producing the outputs * Ability to deliver high-quality outputs early in the engagement * The ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and work flexibly under tight timescales * Positive can-do attitude, inspiring confidence that things can be done * Outstanding attention to detail * Ability to work across activities as a "virtual" member of multiple teams * Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with, and exert positive influence over colleagues and suppliers This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a significant change programme where you can put your skills and abilities to the test. Please apply with your CV or call (Apply online only) for further information. UAT, Service Transition, BAU, ERP, Project Management, Service Integration, Release, Deployment, Test, Testing, Cutover, Business Readiness

Location: Cheshire, North West Length: 6 Months+ Rate: £550-£600 per day Our client is a national retailer with a turnover of over £1.1bn that are going through a significant change programme. As part of this programme they are seeking a UAT, Cutover, Business Readiness and Transition Project Manager on a contract basis to be responsible for the hands on preparation and management of the day-to-day activities moving the business operations successfully through the user acceptance testing activities, into deployment and then into the live service transition to BAU. A proven track record of working on various ERP implementations such as JDE, SAP, Oracle or MS Dynamics, experience of working in a multi-dimensional business environment and end-to-end business operations. Key Responsibilities * Establish the UAT test regime, acceptance in service criteria and go-live process with/for the relevant work-streams within the overall ERP Programme * Work closely with the existing Logistics, Finance, Retail Support and Commercial teams, third party implementation partners and other business functions * Build credibility with the relevant business process owners across the business and Supplier project teams * Engage with and be a point of contact for the wider business on UAT, cut-over activities and Service Transition * Perform (hands-on) the roles of “UAT Manager”, “UAT tester”, “Release Manager”, “Deployment/roll-out Manager” and “Service Transition Manager” depending on the needs of the specific stage of the ERP Programme * Provide transition support for the move of new processes into the relevant BAU functions * Contribute to ensuring a smooth implementation of the changes to the business (process, people and technology) * Proactively engage with relevant stakeholders, suppliers and governance processes * Highlight relevant opportunities for simplification and efficiencies Person Attributes * Strong background in UAT management, project management and service integration with exceptional stakeholder and end-user management skills. * Strong UAT and project management experience * Comfortable working at a detail level AND at a higher level * Comfortable fulfilling multiple project roles * Working hands on producing the outputs * Ability to deliver high-quality outputs early in the engagement * The ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and work flexibly under tight timescales * Positive can-do attitude, inspiring confidence that things can be done * Outstanding attention to detail * Ability to work across activities as a "virtual" member of multiple teams * Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with, and exert positive influence over colleagues and suppliers This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a significant change programme where you can put your skills and abilities to the test. Please apply with your CV or call (Apply online only) for further information. UAT, Service Transition, BAU, ERP, Project Management, Service Integration, Release, Deployment, Test, Testing, Cutover, Business Readiness