Job Spec: Implementation Consultant - Manufacturing (UK)

We are currently recruiting for an Implementation Consultant to join the Aspera Solutions team

Why should you think about joining Aspera?

Aspera Solutions is a successful, award winning ERP Consultancy serving mid-tier manufacturing, distribution, service and solution companies in EMEA.

We are growing year on year and pride ourselves on innovation, knowledge leadership and value delivery of Epicor’s flagship ERP system, Epicor ERP.

In working with Aspera Solutions, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of innovative and value driven, ERP professionals.

Vacancy Details

We currently have a vacancy for an Implementation Consultant based in the United Kingdom. Candidate must have at least 5 years’ hands-on experience implementing mid-market ERP projects with expertise in Manufacturing and Supply Chain modules. We are looking for a dedicated individual with exceptional organisation and communication skills and ability to lead ERP implementation projects.

Role Summary/Key Responsibilities:

• Implement ERP software utilising Aspera Implementation Methodology (AIM).
• Apply extensive knowledge of the client’s business and industry to develop client’s business processes.
• Conduct process design workshops and recommend best practice business processes.
• Execute and coordinate requirements management and change management processes.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships to support management of scope and expectations.
• Consider business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment.
• Responsible for functional specifications, process design documentation, system configuration, solution testing, user acceptance testing, training, and support.
• Assist in data migration tasks and cutover activities.
• Proactively identify and communicate issues and risks, notifying and/or escalating to the project manager for assistance and resolution.
• Prepare project related documentation and activity reports on a timely basis.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree.
• Advanced knowledge of Business and Manufacturing best practices.
• At least 5 years’ experience working with mid-market ERP.
• Track record in implementing Manufacturing and Supply Chain modules.
• Hands-on experience in core Manufacturing modules:
  • Engineering,
  • Method of Manufacturing,
  • Material Requirements Planning,
  • Scheduling,
  • Job processing,
  • Shop floor data collection.
• Knowledge and experience of Epicor ERP will be a distinct advantage.
• Professional presence and demeanour in both communication and presentation skills.
• Solid time management skills.
• Innate service mentality and care for the client experience.
• A self-driven and ambitious individual that can demonstrate the ability to perform tasks with quality and in a timely manner with a minimum of supervision.
• Good technical skills including SQL, Data Migration and Report Writing.
• Travel requirements to customer sites within UK and Ireland.

Salary range and benefits commensurate with industry norms and candidate experience.