Senior IT Project Manager - Manufacturing & ERP Migration

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior IT Project Manager - Manufacturing & ERP Migration for a contract assignment with one of our Premier Clients in Greenville, WI.

Seeking a Sr. IT Project Manager with Operational Capacity Planning and Manufacturing experience. The Senior IT Project Manager will lead critical technology initiatives within a manufacturing environment, with a primary focus on migrating backlogged data from an on premises ERP system to a modern cloud platform. This role requires a blend of IT project leadership, manufacturing operations experience, and hands on understanding of production scheduling and capacity planning. The ideal candidate has successfully delivered complex technical projects in a manufacturing setting and understands how technology impacts shop floor operations.

Responsibilities :

• Lead end to end project management for the ERP data migration from on prem to cloud, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Coordinate with manufacturing operations teams to understand production schedules, capacity constraints, and workflow impacts.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, resource allocations, and status reporting for executive leadership.
• Oversee data extraction, cleansing, validation, and migration activities in partnership with technical teams.
• Ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations during migration and system transitions.
• Facilitate cross functional collaboration between IT, operations, engineering, and external vendors.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance system performance and operational efficiency.
• Manage project budgets, scope, and change control to ensure successful delivery.

Required Skills:

• 5-10+ years of IT Project Management experience, ideally in mid to large manufacturing environments.
• Direct operational experience with manufacturing scheduling, capacity planning, or shop floor coordination.
• Proven success managing ERP related projects, including data migration, system upgrades, or cloud transitions.
• Strong understanding of on prem vs. cloud architectures and the complexities of moving legacy data.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in hybrid onsite environments with cross functional teams.
• Work Environment
  • Hybrid schedule: 3-4 days onsite per week.
  • Fast paced manufacturing setting with hands on collaboration across IT and operations.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience migrating ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor, or similar from on prem to cloud.
• PMP, Agile, or other project management certifications.
• Background supporting lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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