Lead Project Manager

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is a leading home, security and digital products company focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets.

The Lead ERP Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-wide ERP initiatives, driving end-to-end transformation across core business functions. This role is responsible for managing large‑scale ERP implementations and enhancements, ensuring seamless integration across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and order management processes.

• Define ERP program scope, roadmap, and objectives aligned with business strategy and digital transformation goals
• Establish governance structures, KPIs, and stage‑gate controls specific to ERP implementations
• Lead ERP vendor selection, system integrator engagement, and contract negotiation processes
• Ensure alignment between IT, business stakeholders, and third‑party partners (“3‑in‑the‑box” model)

• Lead full lifecycle ERP implementations (plan, design, build, test, deploy, and stabilize)
• Manage large‑scale ERP projects, including new system implementations, upgrades, and integrations
• Ensure delivery against scope, timeline, budget, and quality metrics
• Oversee detailed ERP project plans, including work streams such as:
  • Finance (GL, AP/AR, FP&A)
  • Supply Chain & Procurement
  • Manufacturing & Inventory Management
  • Order‑to‑Cash and Procure‑to‑Pay

• Partner with business leaders to re‑engineer and standardize processes aligned with ERP best practices
• Drive adoption of standardized ERP processes vs. custom solutions where possible
• Ensure data integrity, master data governance, and system harmonization across business units
• Support post‑merger ERP integrations and system consolidations

• Lead cross‑functional ERP program teams across IT, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain
• Coordinate internal resources and external system integrators
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to project team members and functional leads
• Manage relationships with ERP vendors and implementation partners
• Oversee deliverables, timelines, and adherence to statements of work (SOWs)
• Ensure quality and accountability across all third‑party partners

• Identify and mitigate ERP‑specific risks including data migration, integration failures, and go‑live readiness
• Ensure compliance with SDLC, SOX, and internal audit requirements
• Oversee ERP testing strategy, including SIT, UAT, and cutover planning

• Partner with Organizational Change Management (OCM) teams to drive ERP adoption
• Oversee training strategy, materials development, and user readiness activities
• Ensure successful transition from project delivery to steady‑state ERP operations

• Provide clear, consistent updates to executive leadership and steering committees
• Facilitate ERP governance meetings, stage‑gate reviews, and decision‑making forums
• Manage stakeholder expectations across all levels of the organization

• 10+ years of experience leading ERP implementations (Oracle, or similar platforms)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • ERP architecture and modules
  • Business process integration (finance, supply chain, manufacturing)
  • Data migration and system integration strategies
• Experience with Agile preferred
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Service Now PPM)
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, or related field (master’s preferred).

• PMP certification
• SAP or Oracle ERP certifications
• Experience with multi‑instance ERP consolidation and global rollouts
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills

Base salary range: $105,000 USD – $165,000 USD. Salary may vary based on education, experience, and location. Employees may participate in an annual bonus plan or a role‑based sales incentive plan.

Fortune Brands supports employee health and wellbeing with comprehensive competitive benefits, including robust health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off, adoption benefits, and more. ERGs promote belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. Please contact [email protected] with accommodation requests.