ERP Project Manager
Description
ERP Implementation Project Manager
International Schools Partnership (ISP) are currently looking for a ERP implementation specialist to join our truly international Technology team and support our continued growth. The ideal candidate would be responsible for the Implementation of the SLCM ERP – ISAMS across our current schools in India and South-east Asia.
Purpose of Role
We are a focused, growing and financially secure group of schools. All our schools:
· Help children and students learn to levels that amaze them.
· Inspire children and students to be successful now and equip them to be successful later.
· Are truly international, working in partnerships within and across regions, cultures and languages.
· Aim to be the schools of choice for children, students and their families, wherever we are.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Skills
Responsible to: | Regional head of Technology - India |
Responsible for: | All Regional Schools |
Location: | Bengaluru, India |
The ERP Implementation Project manager is a hands-on role, focused on implementing and supporting our core student lifecycle management System “iSAMS” across all ISP schools in India. The post holder will be involved in training our school teams’ on iSAMS, ensuring all are following best practices set out by the Group MIS manager for standardised use and consistent reporting. Along with the day to day support and management of iSAMS,also expected to lead on new implementations of iSAMS within India as well as driving new initiatives in the iSAMS new business requirement gathering, working with ERP team to have business requirements met in a suitable manner and End User adoption of ERP Modules.
The post holder will be expected to build a close working relationship with all schools technology teams as well as the local ISP Team. This role may include travel to all schools and offices (within India) on a frequent but as required basis, providing support and training where necessary.
As part of the Global Technology team, the holder will be expected to work closely with peers in other regions to support creative thinking and drive consistency and efficiencies globally.
Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility:
Lead the migration process from the current ERP systems to the iSAMS platform, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and security throughout the transition.
Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments to gather and document business requirements for the ERP system, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Support and iSAMS within India, ensuring all the ERP modules are used efficiently and effectively.
Assist with continuous training and development for key iSAMS champions at the school.
Lead on embedding of best practices for iSAMS usage.
Project manage all iSAMS implementations, within India.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role | Any Bachelor’s Degree level within IT or relevant professional qualifications in field |
Minimum Years of Experience Required | At least 5yrs work experience with min 2 year in a project management role in SLM / ERP Implementation (preferably in K12 education sector) |
Language Skills | Fluency in English is a must |
Skills and Abilities | · Lead an ERP/SLM implementation. · Previous working knowledge of ERP/SLM systems · Project management expertise · Excellent soft skills · Competent systems trainer · Ability to work independently and motivated to drive projects with autonomy · Able to exercise independent judgement and act on it · Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills · Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure. Willingness to travel. Estimated to be 50% of travel during of Implementation projects. |
Preferred corporate background | · MCB(My class board) · IBM/Wipro/Accenture where the candidate has worked with an educational client in implementing a SLM(Student lifecycle) system |
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.