Job Description
Interim ERP Programme Director – Major UK Manufacturing Group
12–36 Month Contract | Flexible Day Rate or FTC | Hybrid UK Travel
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead a full-scale ERP transformation for a well-established UK-headquartered manufacturing group undergoing significant organisational change.
The Context
Following a strategic shift under new leadership, this organisation is transitioning from a decentralised model to an integrated group structure. With 20 plus operating businesses, the company is seeking to implement a group-wide ERP platform to support operational alignment, growth, and international expansion.
The Role
We are searching for a highly experienced ERP Programme Director who has:
* Led 5+ end-to-end ERP implementations
* Operated successfully in manufacturing environments, with a solid grasp of shop-floor operations
* Demonstrated strong leadership and stakeholder alignment at all organisational levels
* Balanced consensus-building with decisive execution
* Proven ability to drive cultural change and ERP maturity in low-exposure settings
* Has managed multi-site ERP programmes
What You'll Be Driving:
* ERP deployment across 20 plus businesses, primarily in the UK
* Significant change management in an environment of low ERP maturity
* Integration of 10 plus functional areas with legacy and future applications
Logistics & Location:
* Flexible contract type: Day rate or Fixed Term Contract
* Duration: 12–36 months depending on candidate preference
* Base: Hybrid with frequent UK travel (key sites in Midlands and Yorkshire)
* Start Date: October/November 2025