IT Project Manager

Overview

Role: IT Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract) – MRP / ERP Implementation – Precision Engineering SME

Location: Staverton

Duration: Up to 9 months

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager (FTC) to lead a business-critical MRP / ERP system implementation within a growing SME aerospace manufacturing environment.

This role will suit a hands-on Project Manager with proven experience delivering MRP/ERP implementations in aerospace or precision engineering SMEs, working closely with cross-functional operational teams.

• End-to-end MRP / ERP implementation project management
• Requirements gathering with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and Finance
• System configuration aligned to manufacturing workflows
• BOM structures, routing, capacity planning, production control
• Data migration, UAT, validation and go-live
• Vendor and third-party software management
• Change management and user adoption
• Ensuring compliance within AS9100 / regulated aerospace environments
• IT Project Manager within Aerospace Manufacturing or Precision Engineering SME
• Experience with multiple MRP / ERP systems
• Delivered at least one full MRP implementation lifecycle

• Must have a strong understanding of:
• Production Planning
• Capacity Planning
• Inventory Control
• Quality Systems (AS9100)
• Stakeholder management from shop floor to senior leadership
• Familiar with structured methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile, PMP desirable)
• Fixed Term Contract – Up to 9 months
• Competitive day rate / salary equivalent
• Immediate impact, high-visibility programme
• Opportunity to lead a core digital transformation initiative

If you are an MRP Project Manager with aerospace manufacturing experience looking for a high-impact contract role within an agile SME environment, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Candidates currently working as an ERP integration Engineer, IT Project Engineer, Technical ERP Support Engineer, or ERP Systems Engineer are ideal for this role

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