Job Title: Interim ERP Implementation Project Lead (9-Month Contract Maternity Cover) Location: Northamptonshire Contract Type: Fixed-term (9 months) 3 days per week on site, free parking available £45-50k salary pro rata benefits Role Overview An awesome retail client of ours are seeking an experienced ERP Implementation Project Lead to oversee the continuation of an ERP system rollout within a factory-based operational environment. This is a hands-on, site-based role requiring strong leadership, stakeholder management, and technical understanding to ensure successful deployment, adoption, and optimisation of the platform. The ERP they use is Odoo, so anyone who has experience with Odoo will be pushed right to the top of the list. Please emphasise all your Odoo experience on your CV You will act as the central point of coordination between operational teams, IT, external vendors, and senior leadership, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead the ERP implementation project end-to-end Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and resources effectively Coordinate cross-functional teams including production, supply chain, finance, and IT Act as the primary liaison with ERP vendors and implementation partners Ensure business requirements are clearly defined, documented, and translated into system solutions Oversee system configuration, testing (UAT), data migration, and integration activities Drive change management and user adoption across the operational environment Develop and deliver training plans and support materials for end users Provide regular progress updates and reporting to senior stakeholders Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency through ERP capabilities Key Skills & Experience Proven experience leading ERP implementation projects in a manufacturing or factory environment Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience with production planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, delivery-focused mindset Familiarity with system integration and testing methodologies Experience driving change management in operational environments Qualifications Degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred Working Environment Factory-based role with on-site presence required Collaborative work with operational teams on-site Success Measures ERP system delivered on time and within budget Smooth transition to go-live with minimal disruption to operations High user adoption and satisfaction Improved operational efficiency and data visibility post-implementation Start Date & Contract Details Start date: May 2026 9-month contract You must have the FULL right to work in the UK to apply for this role. Given the location of the office / factory, it is strongly advisable that someone has access to a car, and has a full UK drivers licence. The nearest station is 10 minutes in a taxi. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.