Enterprise Resources Planning Project Manager

ERP Project Manager – Microsoft Dynamics 365

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with strong Business Analysis capabilities to lead and support Microsoft Dynamics 365 initiatives across Finance, Operations, and related business functions. This role is a hands-on delivery leader who can manage timelines and budgets while also translating business needs into actionable system requirements.

This individual will serve as the connective tissue between business stakeholders, technical teams, and implementation partners, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Leadership

• Lead end-to-end D365 implementation and enhancement projects, from discovery through go-live and post-deployment support
• Develop and manage project plans, milestones, budgets, risks, and dependencies
• Drive accountability across internal teams, vendors, and third-party partners
• Facilitate steering committee updates, executive readouts, and status reporting

Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and IT leaders to gather and document business requirements
• Translate business processes into functional requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Lead workshops for process mapping, gap analysis, and future-state design
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, balancing business priorities with system capabilities

D365 & Systems Expertise

• Support implementations and optimizations across Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) and related modules
• Collaborate with functional and technical consultants to ensure solutions align with business objectives
• Oversee testing strategies including UAT planning, execution, and sign-off
• Support change management, training coordination, and go-live readiness

Governance & Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate project risks, scope creep, and delivery challenges early
• Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, documentation standards, and best practices
• Maintain clear decision logs, RAID logs, and change control processes

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Project Manager supporting ERP or enterprise system implementations
• Demonstrated experience in a PM/BA hybrid role, similar to the Safeguard delivery model
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, preferably Finance & Operations
• Strong understanding of finance and operational business processes
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with systems integrators or managed services providers
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar certification
• Prior post-go-live support or stabilization project experience

What Success Looks Like

• Projects delivered on schedule with minimal rework
• Stakeholders feel heard, supported, and confident in the solution
• D365 solutions are adopted effectively and aligned to real business needs
• Clear documentation, strong governance, and smooth handoffs