ERP PROGRAM MANAGER

Are you passionate about managing complex IT projects and ensuring seamless execution? Do you have experience and a track record leading ERP transformation programs? This role is pivotal in Berry Global’s ERP transformation, one of Europe's largest JDE ERP implementations. Join us in shaping the future of IT at Berry Global and leave a lasting impact on our organization.This position will bring deep expertise, knowledge & structure to the program, and ensure implementation projects remain on schedule and within the allocated budget. Working with management executives, this position will regularly inspect and report on the project’s progress.Sant Cugat del Vallès in Barcelona is our headquarters and Berry's Centre of Excellence and Innovation Hub. Which is specified as the role location. We welcome applicants from within Europe and the role has the flexibility to be based in any European country.The role is hybrid, with a mixture of work locations, which also includes working from home. The post requires 50-70% travel to other Berry sites, which will include overseas travel within Europe and globally.Berry Global is is a Fortune 500 global manufacturer and marketer of plastic packaging products and specialty materials publicly traded on the NYSE. We pursue excellence in all that we do and are always advancing to improve the way we work along with the products and services we provide. With our proven expertise in packaging and protection solutions, and a dedicated insights team that follows trends across a range of industries, we are uniquely positioned to serve a broad range of markets and customer needs.ERP Program ManagerResponsibilitiesLead and manage multiple implementation projects in a multi-vendor environment, ensuring they align with organizational objectives and are delivered within predefined timelines.Own the change control, governance, and release management processes for the ERP global template, including scheduling, coordinating, improving, and managing releases across various environments, but also maintaining comprehensive release management policies and procedures to streamline the software deployment lifecycle.Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project statuses, and producing process documentation and project reports for various stakeholders.Lead and coordinate design/implementation efforts and resource needs with internal teams and external partners.Manages highly complex business issues arising from the implementation of new processes or functionsCreates positive impact, can influence using effective relationship skills and foster team collaboration. Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skillsMaintains and controls the ERP project budget, schedule, and resources. Manages project scope, risk, and issue resolutionResponsible for ERP implementation, including project planning, resource allocation, steering committee leadership and team organizational structure management.Responsible for quality of project deliverablesResponsible for ensuring that the project can deliver the benefits outlined in the business case, and that it meets the reasonable expectations of end usersDevelop, build, and implement project management tools, templates, processes, and controls to ensure best practices are applied to all implementations, ensuring consistent execution and synergiesLead, manage and ensure continuous development of the program team, providing guidance, establishing a structured framework, and resolving program-related challenges for smooth project execution.May be responsible for procurement of package-related hardware, software, and servicesPrimary ContactsLine of business (LOB) managers for business users affected by the projectAll IT associates involved in the selection, design, implementation, rollout and/or update of the ERP/business applicationBusiness stakeholders/ERP steering committeeHeads of governance bodies needed to make the necessary decisionsSupport leaderHardware, software, and service vendorsEducationBachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information systems, technology, business administration or related field; or equivalent work experience.Project Management Certification (PMP/PgMP from PMI, PRINCE2 or APM) is a plus.Experience10 to 15 years of IT and business/industry work.Track record of leading successful ERP implementations (e.g., an ERP project that realized its anticipated business benefits and was delivered in a timely manner within budgetary boundaries).Oracle/JDE ERP experience is highly desirable.Three to five years of leadership responsibility managing midsize to large teams and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders.Knowledge/SkillsStrong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to speak to technical-level staff and summarize communications for executive consumption.Excellent project management skills, with a demonstrated record of accomplishment.Excellent management and team-building skills.Utilizes project management software tools and processes to effectively manage, monitor and control project activities.Ability to analyze, understand and effectively communicate between business requirements and technical design and implementation.Budget planning and management.Working knowledge of applications being implemented and integrated with the core ERP software.Problem-solving, negotiation and decision-making skills to influence management as well as internal and external partners.Demonstrated leadership abilities; effective in matrix management and team building.Works well with others in an integrated team environment.Self-motivated and a problem solver.Experienced in facilitation and negotiating.Intercultural competence.Must have excellent level of spoken/written English. Other language skills are not essential but advantageous.Working ConditionsFlexibility to travel internationally as needed to support ERP implementation projects across various locations. Travel Required: 50%-70%