Job title: erp implementation leader (sap to microsoft dynamics)
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.
- manage and 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