ERP Project Manager

Interested in joining Canada's largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we're not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we're looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we're passionate about what we do. If you're a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.

About the Role:

Reporting into the Director, Continuous Improvement and PMO, the ERP Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of D365. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, ERP systems, and cross-functional team coordination. This role will ensure the successful, end-to-end delivery of multiple projects within the D365 implementation through active stakeholder engagement.

What's in it for you?

• Health benefits and pension plan
• Weekly pay
• Onsite Cafeteria
• Discount at our Chicken Shop
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work

What you will be doing:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute D365 implementation and upgrades.
• Work with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and risk assessments.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, operations, and other departments.
• Collaborate with vendors and consultants to configure and customize to meet business needs.
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring alignment with objectives.
• Identify and resolve project issues and risks promptly.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with best practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Train and support end-users to ensure effective adoption of the ERP system.

What you will bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in D365 ERP implementations.
• Significant experience with ERP Transformations (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics D365 etc.)
• Azure DevOps (ADO) experience would be an asset
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• PMP certification is required.

Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.