Programme Manager

Summary: The Programme Manager role involves overseeing the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O as part of a finance function transformation for a leading energy-from-waste operator in the UK. This hybrid position requires regular attendance at the client site in London and is expected to last for three months, with potential for extension. The successful candidate will manage all phases of the programme lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business objectives and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and governance for the D365 F&O implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Engage with senior leadership, business units, finance, operations, IT, and third-party vendors to define requirements, set expectations, and report progress.
• Establish and maintain programme governance structures, including RAID logs, steering committees, change control boards, and status reporting.
• Develop and manage detailed programme plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Oversee third-party system integrators and Microsoft consultants, ensuring quality delivery and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues impacting the programme.
• Partner with business change teams to manage organisational change, training, and user adoption strategies.
• Ensure that testing, data migration, and cutover activities are planned and executed effectively.
• Oversee post-implementation support and transition to business-as-usual (BAU) operations.

Key Skills:

• Proven track record of managing complex ERP implementations, specifically with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O.
• 5+ years of programme or senior project management experience.
• Strong understanding of finance and supply chain operations within an enterprise environment.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Azure DevOps, Jira).
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365 F&O are preferable.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Energy