ERP Project Manager / Consultant

Job Description

Richardson Projects (Pvt) Ltd., is a company engaged in providing Low, Medium & High Voltage Electrical Switchgear Solutions, Lightning Protection Systems and Mechanical & Electrical Services for over 25 years in Sri Lanka. Being one of the fastest growing companies in the Electrical sector, Richardson has earned an enviable reputation as a solution provider in the market.

The company is part of the Richardson Group which was established in 1962 with diversified interests in Manufacturing, Retail, Flexible Packaging, Power Distribution & Transmission, Outdoor Advertising and Renewable Energy.

An exciting role has arisen for a dynamic; result oriented, highly motivated and committed team player with positive attitude to join our Team.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a hands-on and business-oriented ERP Implementation Lead to drive the end-to-end implementation of Odoo ERP across multiple departments and group entities. The role will be responsible for coordinating internal users and external implementation partners, ensuring the system is configured to support operational efficiency, financial controls, reporting accuracy, and scalable business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the end-to-end implementation of Odoo ERP across departments and business units
• Work closely with process owners to map current workflows, identify gaps, and redesign processes for system-based control and efficiency
• Translate business requirements into clear functional requirements for the implementation partner
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure smooth system configuration, customization, testing, and deployment
• Monitor and manage project timelines, deliverables, issue logs, dependencies, and implementation risks
• Ensure system design incorporates internal controls, approval workflows, audit trail, budgetary control, and management reporting requirements
• Support the implementation of key modules such as Finance, Procurement, Inventory, Sales, HR, Projects, and Job Costing
• Lead user acceptance testing (UAT), sign-offs, data migration readiness, cutover planning, and go-live execution
• Drive user training, SOP/documentation development, and change management across departments
• Provide post-go-live support and coordinate issue resolution during the stabilization period
• Act as the key coordination point between management, department heads, users, and the implementation partner throughout the project lifecycle

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in ERP implementation, ERP consulting, or ERP project management
• Proven experience in Odoo ERP implementation or similar ERP systems
• Strong understanding of business processes across Finance, Procurement, Inventory, Sales, HR, and Projects
• Experience working in a multi-department/multi-company business environment will be a distinct advantage
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical teams
• Exposure to ERP integrations, reporting, data migration, and system testing will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of Odoo functional configuration, workflows, and implementation methodology is preferred
• Technical exposure to Python, PostgreSQL, APIs, or ERP integrations will be an added advantage

An attractive remuneration package together with excellent prospects for career advancement awaits the successful candidate.