Must Haves:

• 6+ years of professional experience related experience in distribution, manufacturing, materials, logistics, supply chain, operations management and analysis
• Experience with enterprise systems, particularly with ERP impact on Warehouse to Ship processes 
• Experience working with ERP or MRP Systems, system implementation: QAD, SAP, Epicor, Plex, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, forecasting
• Experience in Training and Presenting to various audiences.
• Ability to travel up to 25% (pre-planned, short trips, no weekends required, expensed, typically close locations)

Plusses: 

• Degree Preferred
• Automotive industry experience 

Day to Day:

My client is implementing an upgrade to its Enterprise Resource Planning ERP system. As an ERP Workstream Lead you will be part of the team that implements this system. You will be responsible for learning and becoming a subject matter expert who is able to support the project manager and team in driving the project forward to complete deliverables and tasks. You will need to identify, track and escalate issues; facilitate project team members in problem solving, participate in ERP process design sessions, the configuration, testing and go live, as well as training the key users at the different areas of the organization.

After the system implementation, Workstream Lead will be responsible for supporting the business, providing training, and ensure the system is functioning as intended.

Primary Position Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Project Manager and team to assign and achieve project goals within available resource plans, and organizes workloads and project assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff. In collaboration with Project Manager, reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
• Oversee the ERP implementation for procurement, order management, and fulfillment functions.
• Work with stakeholders to analyze current processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Configure and test ERP modules related to purchasing, inventory management, and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with IT and ERP vendors to ensure proper system integration and data migration.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for end-users to ensure smooth adoption.
• Serve as the key liaison between the business and technical teams.
• Monitor project timelines, resolve issues, and ensure ERP deployment aligns with business goals.

Other skills:

• Deep understanding of IT systems and integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications.
• Process analysis skills – ability to engage users, gather requirements, and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Training and change management experience – ability to effectively train end-users of varying roles and technical proficiency.
• Data-driven decision-making – strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive business improvements.
• Leadership ability – capable of leading cross-functional teams, projects, and process changes.
• Attention to detail and follow-through to ensure system accuracy and project completion.
• Time management skills – ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• User impact awareness – understanding how system changes impact end users and ability to mitigate disruptions.
• Collaboration in a complex environment – ability to work independently within a matrixed organization, with vendors, and in an international setting.
• Adaptability and flexibility – ability to professionally manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Availability to work outside of regular office hours as needed for project deadlines and system rollouts.