Sr. IT Project Manager

Kinaxis Inc.•Ottawa, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager, as a seasoned professional with in-depth experience, is responsible for leading and executing highly complex and technical cross-functional projects and initiatives that are critical to the business, predominantly within the IT team. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful deployment of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for a complex custom brokerage solution. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, from planning and budgeting to execution and go-live. This is a critical role that demands a strong understanding of ERP systems, project management methodologies, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site deployments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
7 - 10 years of experience in IT project management, preferably with a focus on ERP implementations.
Certified Practicing Project Manager or equivalent (IPMA and/or PMP certification); ITIL certification an asset
Proven experience managing complex, multi-site projects; budget of < $5M .
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
Experience managing business and vendor relationships effectively.
Analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to coordinate input from multiple sources to develop impactful recommendations to achieve results for the business.
A clear, concise, and professional communicator with the ability to present complex information to various audiences and demonstrate knowledge within direct and indirect team.
Experience working with information that requires accuracy, attention to detail, using organization skills and agility while managing multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities.
Highly adaptable and able to pivot based on prioritization and needs of the business; proactively solicits feedback to ensure alignment.
Resilient with a sense of urgency and works in a fast paced, innovation driven, and ambiguous environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a comprehensive program plan for the multi-site ERP deployment, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
Lead a cross-functional team of IT professionals, business stakeholders, and external consultants to ensure successful project execution.
Manage all phases of the ERP implementation lifecycle, including system configuration, data migration, user training, and change management.
Collaborate with operations teams to identify and address site-specific requirements and challenges.
Ensure effective communication and stakeholder management across all teams and departments involved in the deployment.
Monitor project progress, identify and resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Ensure alignment between project execution and broader IT strategy, architecture standards, and security/compliance requirements.
Develop and implement comprehensive testing plans to ensure system functionality and data integrity.
Manage the go-live process, ensuring a smooth transition to the new ERP system.
Track and report on project metrics, including budget adherence, schedule milestones, and user adoption rates.