IT Consultant - Distribution & Manufacturing

Our client, a leading distribution and manufacturing group, seeks an experienced IT Consultant to lead an enterprise-wide systems transformation. The consultant will assess processes and technology, evaluate a unified ERP solution, support vendor selection and negotiations, and oversee implementation.

The project necessitates careful planning, thorough evaluation, and strategic alignment to the company's overall business objectives and evolving needs.

Assess current processes, systems, infrastructure, data flows and integration needs across the Group; Engage stakeholders to define functional and non-functional requirements and clarify technology trade-offs; Evaluate ERP and alternative solutions, presenting feasibility, benefits and preliminary ROI; Develop the requirements, implementation roadmap and Request for Proposal; Lead vendor evaluation, selection and contract negotiation; Oversee implementation planning, configuration, data migration, testing, training, rollout, risk management, benefits realization and progress reporting.

MSc. in MIS, or MBA; 10+ years highly credible experience managing IT operations and projects in a complex environment; Experience in Manufacturing or Retail; Proven project management track record, including recent delivery of at least two enterprise systems; Hands-on IT development experience is essential; Business process reengineering expertise; Extensive experience in data analytics/BI, EDI/B2B and supply chain integration; Awareness of current ICT security trends, techniques, tools and best practices; Proficiency in strategic planning and execution; Solid grasp of current ERP trends and technologies; Proven experience leveraging commercial software and managing vendors; Resilient leader who builds accountable, high-performing project teams.

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