Odoo ERP Project Manager / Senior Functional Consultant
RIBS Technologies FZE · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Tailor my CV for this job — freeCompany OverviewRIBS Technologies, an Odoo Silver Partner in the UAE, delivers end-to-end Odoo ERP implementation, functional consulting, customization, integration, migration, training, and support services.With operations across the UAE and India, we help organizations streamline finance, operations, HR, sales, inventory, projects, and other business processes through structured ERP transformation.We are looking for an experienced Odoo ERP Project Manager / Senior Functional Consultant to lead end-to-end Odoo implementation projects, manage client requirements, coordinate delivery teams, and ensure successful ERP adoption.The ideal candidate will combine strong Odoo functional expertise, business process knowledge, finance understanding, stakeholder management, and ERP project delivery experience.Job Details
End-to-End Odoo ERP Project ManagementLead complete Odoo ERP implementation life cycles from requirement gathering through configuration, testing, migration, go-live, and post-go-live support.Define project scope, implementation approach, deliverables, milestones, responsibilities, and project timelines.Coordinate functional consultants, developers, internal teams, client stakeholders, and management.Monitor project progress and proactively manage risks, dependencies, delays, and implementation issues.Ensure projects are delivered according to agreed scope, quality standards, and timelines.2. Business Requirement & GAP AnalysisConduct workshops with client stakeholders to understand existing business processes and operational requirements.Perform detailed GAP Analysis, Business Process Mapping, and Functional Requirement Analysis.Translate business requirements into practical Odoo functional configurations and development requirements.Identify opportunities for process simplification, automation, standardization, and digitisation.Prepare clear functional requirement documents and implementation specifications.3. Odoo Functional ConsultingProvide functional leadership across relevant Odoo applications, including:Accounting & FinanceCRMSalesPurchaseInventoryProjectEmployeesAttendancesTime OffExpensesHR & PayrollManufacturing / operational modules where applicableEnsure configurations follow Odoo standard functionality wherever practically possible, while identifying genuine customization requirements separately.4. Finance & Accounting Process ImplementationLead Finance and Accounting requirements including:Chart of AccountsGeneral LedgerAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableBank and CashFixed AssetsExpense ManagementBudgetingFinancial ReportingMIS ReportingCost and Profitability TrackingWork with client finance teams to ensure accurate mapping of accounting processes into Odoo.Support opening balance migration, financial reconciliation, validation, and go-live readiness.Ensure finance-related implementations support proper controls, reporting, auditability, and management visibility.5. HR & Payroll Functional ImplementationManage functional requirements for:Employee MasterContractsAttendanceLeave / Time OffPayrollExpensesEmployee CompliancePerformance and related HR processesMap HR and payroll workflows into structured Odoo configurations.Coordinate with clients on master data collection, validation, testing, and user acceptance.6. Data Migration & ValidationPlan and supervise ERP master data and transactional data migration activities.Coordinate migration of:CustomersVendorsProductsEmployeesChart of AccountsOpening BalancesInventoryHR informationOther approved business dataValidate migrated data with business owners before production deployment.Ensure migration reconciliation and data quality controls are completed prior to go-live.7. UAT & Quality ManagementPrepare and coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT).Develop test scenarios based on actual client business processes.Track functional issues, configuration gaps, development fixes, and retesting requirements.Ensure critical business processes are validated before production deployment.Manage final client sign-off and go-live readiness.8. Client & Stakeholder ManagementAct as a key functional and project coordination point between clients and RIBS Technologies.Conduct periodic project review meetings and communicate:Project progressOpen issuesRisksDependenciesPending client inputsUpcoming milestonesManage stakeholder expectations through clear communication and structured documentation.Build strong professional relationships with finance teams, HR teams, operational users, management, and project sponsors.9. Training & Change ManagementPlan and conduct functional training for key users and end users.Prepare process documentation, user guides, and implementation support material where required.Assist users during ERP transition and process adoption.Support change-management activities to improve system acceptance and user confidence.10. Go-Live & Post-Implementation SupportPrepare and manage go-live checklists and cutover activities.Coordinate production deployment with functional and technical teams.Support users during the stabilization period.Monitor post-go-live issues and coordinate timely resolution.Conduct implementation reviews and identify opportunities for process improvement.Required Experience & QualificationsOdoo ExperienceStrong practical experience in Odoo ERP Functional Consulting and Implementation.Experience managing or participating in multiple end-to-end Odoo ERP implementations.Strong understanding of Odoo workflows and inter-module integration.Experience in requirement gathering, GAP analysis, configuration, UAT, migration, training, and go-live. Project ManagementStrong ERP project coordination and stakeholder-management capabilities.Ability to manage multiple teams, tasks, deliverables, and project dependencies.Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid ERP implementation methodologies.Strong issue tracking, risk management, documentation, and project governance skills. Finance KnowledgeStrong understanding of:AccountingFinancial ManagementBudgetingFinancial ReportingMISInternal ControlsAudit RequirementsPrevious experience working closely with Finance Managers, CFOs, or accounting teams will be highly valuable. HR Functional KnowledgeGood understanding of HR operational processes including:Employee ManagementAttendanceLeavePayrollExpensesEmployee ComplianceBusiness Process ExpertiseAbility to understand complex business processes and translate them into structured ERP workflows.Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.Experience working across multiple industries will be an advantage.Communication & LeadershipStrong written and verbal communication skills in English.Ability to lead client workshops and business discussions confidently.Strong coordination skills for working with clients, developers, consultants, and management.Ability to explain ERP processes clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience in senior Finance or ERP leadership positions.Experience with ERP-led business digitisation and process transformation projects.Experience implementing ERP systems across industries such as:ManufacturingDistributionRetailConstructionServicesTechnologyExperience working with international or multi-location ERP projects will be an advantage.