ERP (Epicor Kinetic) Project Manager - Contractor [Christy Industrial Holdings]

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:The ERP Project Manager will lead the implementation of Christy Industrial Holdings' Epicor Kinetic enterprise resource planning (ERP) system over an approximately 12-month engagement tied to the project timeline. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders, end users, and Epicor implementation partners to ensure the successful deployment of Epicor Kinetic across the organization. Through go-live and the stabilization period that follows, the ERP Project Manager will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the system, resolve user issues, and execute a structured knowledge-transfer plan so the business is fully equipped to support the system once the engagement concludes.Key Deliverables:Lead the end-to-end implementation of Epicor Kinetic, including planning, scoping, scheduling, and execution of project activities across business units.Manage the project and provide periodic status reports to leadership, including milestone achievements and bottlenecks.Collaborate with internal stakeholders and Epicor implementation partners/consultants to establish success criteria for the project.Ensures project timelines and budget are achieved and holds team members and vendors accountable for meeting project milestones.Supports users of the new ERP as the subject matter expert (SME) through go-live and the post-implementation stabilization period and resolves their issues.Supports IT needs directly tied to the Epicor Kinetic rollout, such as data migration, system integrations, and business intelligence/reporting touchpoints. Broader, unrelated IT projects are outside the scope of this engagement.Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the project plan and resource allocations for each business unit to ensure the Epicor Kinetic implementation is delivered on time and within budget.Work closely with the Epicor implementation partner to configure the system to meet the specific needs of the business units.Evaluate internal user requirements vs. system capabilities and implement a system based on best practices and utilize persuasive communication to gain consensus.Coordinate and facilitate meetings, workshops, and training sessions with team members; proactively communicate with management on schedules, delays, and work changes.Manage risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, proactively mitigating potential challenges.Provide ongoing primary support and troubleshooting assistance to end-users through go-live and the stabilization period that follows, staying up-to-date on Epicor Kinetic features and functionality.Develop and execute a knowledge-transfer plan so a designated internal team member(s) can support Epicor Kinetic after this engagement ends.Trains users on Epicor Kinetic and related capabilities as part of the implementation and go-live process.Attributes:Embody "A-Player" qualities by having a strong desire to achieve, belong and contribute that aligns with Christy's high-performance goals.Maintain a positive attitude while providing courteous, friendly service to internal "customers" and responds promptly to requests.Be action oriented and prepared to "roll up your sleeves" to achieve goals with a "hands-on" approach.Competencies:Proven experience leading successful ERP implementation projects in the manufacturing sector with multi-entity companies is a significant plus; construction, heavy industrial, and/or mining experience would be a bonus.Strong understanding of ERP systems, modules, and integrated solutions, with hands-on experience with Epicor Kinetic (or a comparable Tier II/III manufacturing ERP platform) strongly preferred.Deep understanding of business processes such as order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, and record-to-report activities, their relationships, interdependencies and best practices.Experience providing system support to business users and stakeholders.Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop project plans, track progress, and manage teams and stakeholders effectively.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying root causes and developing pragmatic solutions.Organized with a strong attention to detail and sense of urgency - well suited to a milestone-driven engagement.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Preferred Education and Experience:A degree in computer science, business or a related field is preferred. PMP certification would be a plus.Proven successful track record in ERP implementations (Epicor Kinetic experience strongly preferred) and project management including relevant skills.Reports to: Chief Financial OfficerMisc. Requirements:This is an independent contractor (1099), part-time engagement expected to last approximately twelve (12) months, aligned with the Epicor Kinetic implementation and initial stabilization period; the engagement may conclude earlier upon successful completion of implementation and knowledge transfer, or be extended by mutual written agreement. This is an exclusive engagement - the contractor is expected to dedicate their contracted hours to Christy Industrial Holdings for the duration of the assignment. Hours are expected to average approximately 20 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Time, increasing to approximately 30 hours per week around go-live and other peak project milestones. As an independent contractor engagement, this role is not eligible for company benefits. This position is remote, with occasional overnight travel in the U.S. required for site visits, vendor meetings, or training. This role utilizes a variety of office equipment as well as the suite of Microsoft 365 products. Must be authorized to work in the United States. A background check and substance-abuse screening may be required prior to engagement or site access.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here represent those that must be met to perform the responsibilities of this role. The contractor is required to communicate verbally and in writing, and to sit or work at a computer for extended periods of time. Occasional travel by car and plane is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these responsibilities.Drug Screen & Background Check DisclaimerAll offers of employment with any Christy company are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, when applicable, a drug screen. Background checks are conducted on all final candidates and may also be conducted for employees being promoted or transferred, as deemed necessary.Background checks may include, but are not limited to, the following:Social Security verification: Confirms the applicant's Social Security number, date of birth, and prior addresses.Criminal history: Reviews up to seven years of criminal convictions and probation records, where permitted by law. When evaluating criminal history, Christy will consider:The nature and seriousness of the offense and its relevance to the position.The time elapsed since the offense or completion of sentence.The number of offenses.Whether hiring, transferring, or promoting the individual would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers, or vendors.Drug screen: Christy is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and maintains a testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.Additional background-related evaluations may be required based on the position:Essential Functions Test: Assesses functional and physical capabilities to determine whether the candidate can perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates may also receive guidance on safe body mechanics, lifting techniques, and posture for daily tasks.Personal and professional references: Reference checks may be conducted, typically via virtual or email outreach to individuals listed by the applicant.All background check and related evaluation information will be maintained in a file separate from employees' personnel files.Christy reserves the right to modify this policy at any time, with or without notice.