ERP/SIS Implementation Project Manager

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Position Summary

Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks a highly organized and results-driven project manager to lead the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Student Information System (SIS), Ellucian Colleague SaaS. This is a full-time, temporary position with a two-year appointment aligned with the lifecycle of the implementation project.

The Project Manager will oversee all phases of the ERP/SIS transition, including planning, vendor coordination, system configuration, stakeholder engagement, training, and post-implementation support. This role is critical to ensuring a successful transition that enhances institutional efficiency, data integrity, and user experience across academic and administrative functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end ERP/SIS implementation project, ensuring delivery on time and within scope and budget.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan, timeline, and milestone tracking system
• Serve as the primary liaison between the university and Ellucian
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Information Technology, Finance, the Registrar’s Office, Admissions, Financial Aid, and other departments.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide updates to senior leadership
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to address project challenges
• Oversee data migration, system testing, and quality assurance processes
• Ensure effective change management, including communication strategies and stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate training programs and support resources for faculty and staff.
• Monitor system performance post-implementation and ensure successful stabilization
• Maintain thorough documentation of processes, decisions, and system configurations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field)
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Ability to work on-site at the Hickory, NC campus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education (college or university setting)
• Familiarity with ERP/SIS platforms used in higher education.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience with change management strategies and user adoption initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong project planning and execution capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and organizational discipline
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build consensus across diverse groups
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies

Appointment Type

• Position Type: Full-time, temporary (2-year term)
• Work Environment: In-person on the Hickory campus.
• Expected Start Date: ASAP

Application Process

While completing the application, candidates will be prompted to submit:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Three professional references