Sr. IT Project Manager

About Kinaxis

Are you looking to join an innovative, market-leading company where you can truly elevate your career? At Kinaxis we are serious about culture, we are serious about technology, we are serious about customers, and we are serious about not taking ourselves too seriously. If you are looking to be part of an incredible growth story, then we might just be the place for you!

In 1984, we started out as a team of three engineers. Today, we have grown to become a global organization with over 2000 employees around the world, 6 global office and a best-in-class HQ in Ottawa, Canada. As winners of several Top Employer awards globally, we are proud to work with our customers and employees towards solving some of the biggest challenges facing supply chains today.

Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, powering complex global supply chains, and supporting the people who manage them. Our powerful, AI infused platform provides full transparency and visibility across end-to-end supply chains, enabling our customers to make faster, better decisions. We are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. With more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries, we are expanding our team as we continue to innovate and revolutionize how we support our customers.

Location

Our office in Ottawa, Canada

About the team

The Senior Project Manager, as a seasoned professional with in-depth experience, is responsible for leading and executing highly complex and technical cross-functional projects and initiatives that are critical to the business, predominantly within the IT team. 

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful deployment of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for a complex custom brokerage solution. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, from planning and budgeting to execution and go-live. This is a critical role that demands a strong understanding of ERP systems, project management methodologies, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site deployments.

Salary Range

Annual cash compensation ranges from $160,000 to $180,000, plus a discretionary 12% company bonus. The final offer within this range will reflect the successful candidate’s skills and experience.

Vacancy Status

This is an existing job vacancy

What you will do

• Develop and manage a comprehensive program plan for the multi-site ERP deployment, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead a cross-functional team of IT professionals, business stakeholders, and external consultants to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage all phases of the ERP implementation lifecycle, including system configuration, data migration, user training, and change management.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify and address site-specific requirements and challenges.
• Ensure effective communication and stakeholder management across all teams and departments involved in the deployment.
• Monitor project progress, identify and resolve issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure alignment between project execution and broader IT strategy, architecture standards, and security/compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement comprehensive testing plans to ensure system functionality and data integrity.
• Manage the go-live process, ensuring a smooth transition to the new ERP system.
• Track and report on project metrics, including budget adherence, schedule milestones, and user adoption rates.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 7 - 10 years of experience in IT project management, preferably with a focus on ERP implementations.
• Certified Practicing Project Manager or equivalent (IPMA and/or PMP certification); ITIL certification an asset
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-site projects; budget of < $5M .
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience managing business and vendor relationships effectively.
• Analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to coordinate input from multiple sources to develop impactful recommendations to achieve results for the business.
• A clear, concise, and professional communicator with the ability to present complex information to various audiences and demonstrate knowledge within direct and indirect team.
• Experience working with information that requires accuracy, attention to detail, using organization skills and agility while managing multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Highly adaptable and able to pivot based on prioritization and needs of the business; proactively solicits feedback to ensure alignment.
• Resilient with a sense of urgency and works in a fast paced, innovation driven, and ambiguous environment.

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Work With Impact: Our platform directly helps companies power the world’s supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day, when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.

Work with Fortune 500 Brands: Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Lockheed Martin, Unilever, P&G, ExxonMobil, Cisco and more.

Social Responsibility at Kinaxis: Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we’re committed to a long-term net-zero operations strategy. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and here are some of the perks and benefits we offer, which may vary by location and employee:

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

For more information, visit the Kinaxis website at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.

Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at recruitmentprograms@kinaxis.com. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description to identify candidates whose education, experience, and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.