ETHOS - Talent & Advisory

We are seeking a Senior ERP Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and implementation of a new Workday enterprise resource planning solution. This high-impact role will play a critical part in shaping scalable systems and workflows that support long-term business growth and operational excellence.

 

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced project manager with deep expertise in ERP lifecycles, business process transformation, and stakeholder engagement—capable of balancing strategic thinking with tactical execution.

 

_\*Applicants based out of Oakland, CA or Orange, CA are preferred, but will consider all_

_applicants on the West Coast._

 

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management

* Architect and lead the ERP implementation from discovery through post-implementation support, following a phased rollout strategy.
* Develop and manage project scope, timelines, and budgets covering all phases: discovery, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and training.
* Apply formal risk management methodologies and embed them into communication and reporting processes.
* Gather and document comprehensive functional, technical, and configuration requirements.
* Conduct needs assessments, system inventories, and report on barriers and recommendations for resolution.
* Oversee all testing phases including functional, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
* Ensure development of complete technical documentation, including configuration specifications, process guides, impact assessments, and policy materials.
* Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders and the Executive Steering Committee.

 

Process Development

* Identify and document current-state ("as-is") and future-state ("to-be") business processes using standard modeling techniques (e.g., swim-lane diagrams, activity diagrams, workflows).
* Lead the development of standardized policies, procedures, and IT/ERP best practices aligned with organizational objectives.
* Design and establish methodologies for system testing and issue resolution.

 

Collaboration & Change Management

* Support ERP vendor evaluation and selection process.
* Collaborate closely with ERP implementation partners to ensure successful planning, testing, and rollout.
* Coordinate internal and external discovery sessions and present findings and recommendations.
* Partner with Change Management stakeholders to develop rollout strategies and training programs.
* Assist in the creation of functional training content and end-user support tools.

 

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
* Minimum 8 years of experience managing large-scale, complex IT projects.
* At least 2 years of hands-on experience collaborating with finance teams and accounting systems.
* Enterprise level experience implementing Professional Service Automation and Adaptive Planning.
* Proven success leading full-cycle ERP implementations using structured methodologies.
* Deep understanding of ERP systems including application layers, infrastructure, integration tools, and architecture.
* Strong knowledge of: Workday ERP HCM / HRIS and Finance Applications (GL, AP, AR, Billing, Revenue Management)
* Financial Planning & Performance (Budgeting, Analytics, Costing)
* Project Management Modules (Project Accounting, Costing, Billing)
* Procurement & Vendor Management
* Experience with SOC 2 security controls or related cybersecurity frameworks.
* Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
* Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities, timelines, and dependencies.
* PMP certification preferred.

Testing

Project management

Functional Programming

Support

Automation

Communications

Accounting

Security software

Risk management

Project documentation

Infrastructure

Data analytics

Vendor management

Cybersecurity

Enterprise Resources Planning Project Manager