Erp implementation leader (sap to microsoft dynamics) - mexico city
location: mexico city (with potential travel to houston)
employment type: full-time / fixed-term
reports to: managing director (mexico)
job summary
we are seeking an experienced erp implementation leader to oversee the successful deployment of microsoft dynamics across our mexico operations. This role will coordinate the entire implementation project — from planning and scoping through go-live and stabilization — ensuring seamless integration of business processes across departments. The ideal candidate will serve as the central liaison between our internal functional leaders, the houston-based implementation team, and external consultants. A strong background in project controls, engineering operations, and erp systems is essential, along with demonstrated experience managing complex erp rollouts in mid-sized or multinational companies.
key responsibilities
* lead and manage the end-to-end erp implementation (microsoft dynamics) for the mexico operations.
* act as the primary point of contact between the mexico team and the houston-based erp team for alignment on systems architecture, configuration, and workflows.
* coordinate with the local erp project team, including data migration, finance, operations, human resources, procurement, and it support functions.
* facilitate cross-departmental workshops to gather requirements and ensure all business processes are mapped and accounted for.
* collaborate with the erp data migration specialist to ensure timely and accurate transfer of legacy sap data.
* oversee testing, user training, change management, and documentation efforts.
* monitor project milestones, budgets, risks, and dependencies using standard project control tools.
* provide clear and timely reporting to local and corporate stakeholders.
* ensure the system is configured to support engineering and project control needs, including job costing, timesheets, procurement, invoicing, and financial forecasting.
* ensure the erp system supports all finance, accounting, and fiscal requirements in compliance with mexican regulations, including proper localization settings.
* ensure the procurement module is fully configured for requisition, approval workflows, and purchase order processing aligned with company policies.
required qualifications
* bachelor's degree in engineering, information systems, business administration, or related field.
* 7+ years of experience in erp implementation or business systems integration, preferably within engineering, epc, or industrial project environments.
* proven track record of leading full-cycle erp implementations (preferably including microsoft dynamics 365).
* strong understanding of engineering project controls: cost control, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
* familiarity with legacy sap systems and data structure.
* bilingual: english and spanish (fluent in both written and spoken).
* excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
preferred qualifications
* pmp certification or formal project management training.
* experience in microsoft dynamics 365 finance & operations or business central.
* prior experience working in a u.s.-mexico cross-border company or multinational setup.
* exposure to systems integration (hr, timesheets, procurement, accounting, document control).
contract duration
6 to 8 month project with possibility of transition to operations support or internal systems leadership.
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