IFS Cutover Manager / Project Manager

Location: Hybrid Working
Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Duration: 3–4 Months
Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

We are currently supporting a confidential client who is looking to appoint an experienced IFS Cutover Manager / Project Manager on an immediate contract basis. This is a key role within a critical phase of an IFS ERP programme, where you will take ownership of planning, coordinating, and executing the cutover strategy to ensure a successful transition into the next stage of the project.

Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and third-party partners, you will ensure all cutover activities are delivered on time, risks are managed effectively, and the go-live process is executed seamlessly.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end cutover planning, governance, and execution for an IFS ERP programme.
• Develop and manage detailed cutover plans, milestones, dependencies, and contingency plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure all business and technical activities are completed in line with the agreed timeline.
• Manage project risks, issues, and stakeholder communications throughout the cutover and go-live phases.
• Facilitate cutover workshops, readiness assessments, and go-live decision meetings.
• Work closely with functional, technical, testing, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure project success.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience delivering successful IFS ERP cutovers within complex transformation programmes.
• Strong Project Management background with experience leading ERP implementations and go-live activities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple workstreams across both business and technical teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
• Previous experience with IFS Cloud or IFS Applications is highly desirable.

If you are an experienced IFS Cutover Manager / Project Manager available at short notice and have a proven track record of delivering successful IFS ERP go-lives, we'd be keen to hear from you.