IT Business Consultant / Project Manager (Ref: 197730)

Contract Role - IMMEDIATE STARTRole OverviewWe are seeking a hands-on IT Business Consultant to lead the delivery and optimisation of enterprise ERP and HR-IT systems. This is a delivery-focused role covering the full project lifecycle -from requirements gathering and solution design through configuration, testing, go-live and post-launch support. The successful candidate will combine strong ERP functional knowledge with business analysis, integration and stakeholder management skills, and will be comfortable operating independently across multiple workstreams.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end ERP implementation and optimisation across Finance, Supply Chain and Projects, including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Procurement, Inventory and Order Management.Configure and optimise Oracle EBS, SAP or equivalent ERP platforms in line with business requirements.Deliver HR-IT initiatives across HRMS, payroll, time & attendance, leave, T&E and performance management.Design business processes, workflows, approval hierarchies and operating models across ERP and HR systems.Lead requirements workshops and produce BRDs, FRDs, user stories, process flows and functional solution designs.Conduct gap analysis and translate business requirements into scalable, configuration-led solutions.Support integrations between ERP, HR, procurement, CRM and third-party platforms, including data mapping and API-based integrations.Own SIT/UAT, defect management, data migration, cutover, go-live and post-launch hypercare.Act as the bridge between business stakeholders, technical teams and implementation vendors.Proactively manage risks, blockers, decisions and project governance documentation.Key Requirements6+ years' experience delivering enterprise applications as an IT Business Consultant, Functional Consultant or Business Analyst.Strong hands-on experience with Oracle EBS, SAP or another major ERP platform.Experience across core ERP modules within Finance and/or Supply Chain.Proven delivery experience with HR-IT systems such as Oracle HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, Adrenalin or equivalent.Strong understanding of ERP configuration, workflows, approval hierarchies and data models.Experience with system integrations and a working understanding of APIs and cross-platform data flows.Strong business analysis and documentation skills across BRDs, FRDs, user stories and process mapping.Proven ability to independently drive projects through the full implementation lifecycle.Strong stakeholder management and proactive communication skills.PreferredUAE/GCC enterprise transformation experience.Experience working within Group IT or enterprise PMO environments.Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, Engineering, Finance or a related discipline.Experience working within Agile or hybrid delivery environments.