ERP Product Owner Senior Consultant

Working with a Large IT Consultancy who are on the search for Senior ERP Product Owner Consultants on a permanent basis.

• Permanent Role
• Remote with occasional client visits
• Salary - up to £70,000 per annum + additional benefits

The role demands expertise in product ownership and a consultative approach. It necessitates a blend of business acumen and stakeholder engagement, coupled with a comprehensive grasp of ERP products and their functionality. Our team is an expanding collective of digital experts dedicated to user-focused design, analytical reasoning, and the creation of pioneering digital services and products. As part of your role you will be involved in: Product-centric transformation • Support the end-to-end transformation of ERP initiatives. • Ensure alignment with client business objectives and maximise value delivery. • Champion the adoption of Agile and product-centric delivery models and standards of re-use. • Align with business goals to improve processes, user experience, and scale efficiencies. Agile delivery • Guide clients through Agile transformation. • Adapt traditional delivery models to Agile’s iterative, client-specific needs. • Design and lead product delivery. • Combine Agile and DevOps practices to deliver incremental value and address business needs. Product ownership • Leverage your knowledge of integrated ERP systems to design bespoke solutions. • Balance business goals and technical capabilities. • Focus on user-centricity, business value, and delivery agility. • Navigate complex scenarios. • Engage stakeholders with varying seniority and understanding. Leadership and team empowerment • Lead and empower project teams, overseeing development and coordination of work. • Report on progress, forecast financials and manage team performance. • Mentor and delegate effectively, encouraging team growth. • Facilitate a culture of continuous learning and skill development. Stakeholder communication and collaboration • Communicate with a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Convey the value of Agile and product ownership practices effectively. • Manage stakeholder concerns to foster confidence and mutual understanding. • Unblock potential barriers to progress and change. • Provide exceptional coordination between various stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams. • Ensure alignment on goals, priorities, and delivery outcomes. Community and practice development • Actively contribute to our product community of practice. • Share knowledge and promote a culture of continuous improvement. • Engage in business development activities. • Help shape the future of our practice and contribute to the wider growth of our organisation. Future trends and innovation • Support design and delivery approaches to the migration and optimisation of cloud-based ERP systems (e.g. SAP S/4HANA). • Guide clients in leveraging AI and automation to enhance ERP functionality. • Streamline processes and drive data-driven decision-making. • Support delivery of user experiences that reflect our commitment to user-centric design. To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess: • Experience as a product owner in Agile teams. • Experience of delivering transformation in integrated application environments (e.g. ERP). • Strong understanding of ERP landscape and design in integrated systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc) and how these translate to products. • Hands-on experience in implementing Agile and DevOps methodologies in legacy environments. • Familiarity with addressing complex challenges and business needs through tailored approaches. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and a track record of building lasting relationships. • Experience coaching and mentoring product owners, implementing product ways of working and operating models. • Leadership experience and practical knowledge of project management and financial forecasting. • Familiarity with collaboration tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, and Confluence. Additional experience that would be beneficial to see : • Experience with clients undergoing organisational redesign alongside technology transformations. • Demonstrable success working with offshore teams to deliver remote, high-impact solutions. • Knowledge of industry trends and their impact on business strategies, ERP strategy and service portfolio. • Relevant Agile (e.g. Scrum Alliance), IT service management and/or project management certifications. • Experience in a people or line management role.