ERP Manager

A global professional services organisation is seeking an experienced ERP Manager to lead and evolve its portfolio of business‑critical enterprise systems. This is a senior, high‑impact role with ownership of system strategy, operational performance, integrations, and stakeholder engagement across the business.

The role suits a hands‑on IT leader who combines strong technical capability with excellent commercial and stakeholder management skills, operating in a complex, fast‑paced, international environment.

• Own the end‑to‑end lifecycle of core ERP and enterprise applications, from roadmap and strategy through to day‑to‑day operational performance and security.
• Lead integration across finance, HR, CRM, document management and service platforms, ensuring data integrity and a seamless user experience.
• Ensure 24/7 operational support
  , including incident management, escalation, and service improvement.
• Act as the senior technology representative for enterprise systems in major change programmes, including M&A and large‑scale transformation initiatives.
• Provide application ownership for a defined suite of core platforms, driving stability, efficiency, and compliance.
• Manage software licensing, vendor relationships, and budgets
  , ensuring value for money.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies
  , recommending improvements and innovation where they add clear business value.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing internal team alongside third‑party partners.
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and translating business priorities into effective technology solutions.

• Proven experience managing enterprise‑scale ERP or business‑critical systems within a professional services or similarly complex environment.
• Strong background across platforms supporting finance, HR, CRM, risk/compliance, and workflow automation
  .
• Demonstrated success in systems integration, service delivery, and operating in a 24/7 support environment
  .
• Experience leading teams and managing external vendors in a structured, high‑availability IT function.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Commercially minded, with experience managing budgets, contracts, and licensing.
• Solid understanding of information security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements.

• Strategic but practical, with a strong ownership mindset.
• Calm, resilient, and effective in complex or fast‑moving environments.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.