Regional Project Manager - ERP Implementation at SGS

As Project Manager, you will lead the ERP pilot implementation in one European country, serving as the foundation for a broader multi-country / Europe-wide rollout. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of all pilot project deliverables, including project plans, milestone reports, KPIs, budgets, risk logs, testing and training materials, and change management plans. You will develop and execute effective stakeholder communication strategies to keep business units and executive leadership informed and aligned. The pilot deliverables will serve as the blueprint for subsequent multi-country rollout waves. You will also support the creation of a regional Program Management Office (PMO) to govern these rollout waves and prepare for the transition into a Program Manager role, where you will oversee multiple projects, project managers, and teams across Europe. Travel will primarily be for pilot implementation initially and expand as rollout waves progress. The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following: • Develop and execute detailed project plans, milestones, and deliverables for the pilot. • Capture local requirements and align them with global ERP standards. • Ensure all key deliverables (test plans, training programs, change management materials, cutover checklists, post-implementation reports) are completed on time and to quality standards • Lead stakeholder communication, ensuring timely updates and alignment across business units and executive leadership. • Plan and implement change management strategies, including training, adoption plans, and user readiness activities. • Document pilot lessons learned and integrated them into the rollout wave methodology. • Oversee vendor/system integrator activities and ensure SLA compliance. • Support PMO governance and standard methodology for rollout waves.