ERPNext Project Manager

About GK Hair Professionals

GK Hair Professionals is a globally renowned brand in the professional haircare industry, operating in 80+ countries across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. As part of our digital transformation initiative, we are implementing a comprehensive ERPNext system to drive operational excellence, scalability, and real-time business intelligence across our global operations.

Position Overview

We are seeking an elite ERPNext Project Manager to lead a critical 6-month contract engagement with a singular mission: architect, implement, and deliver a fully functional, production-ready ERPNext system that transforms GK Hair's global operations. This is an intensive, high-stakes role demanding exceptional technical expertise, strategic vision, relentless execution, and proven experience delivering complex ERP implementations on aggressive timelines.

You will own end-to-end responsibility for system design, customization, integration, data migration, user adoption, and go-live success. This role requires a rare combination of deep ERPNext/Frappe technical mastery, manufacturing/FMCG industry expertise, international multi-entity implementation experience, and exceptional stakeholder management skills.

Contract Duration: 6 months (Full-time)
Objective: Deliver 100% functional ERPNext system across all business units within the contract period
Team Structure: Lead a dedicated ERPNext Assistant + collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Execution

• Architect and implement enterprise-grade ERPNext solution supporting complex manufacturing, supply chain, and financial operations across multiple countries
• Lead all technical decisions regarding system configuration, customization, integration architecture, and infrastructure
• Develop high-quality, scalable custom code adhering to Frappe Framework best practices and ensuring upgrade compatibility
• Design and implement advanced automations, reducing manual effort by 70%+ across business processes
• Ensure system security, data privacy compliance (GDPR, etc.), and disaster recovery protocols

Project Management & Delivery

• Own project timeline, budget, scope, and quality; deliver on-time, on-budget against aggressive 6-month deadline
• Manage cross-functional stakeholders across departments and geographies; facilitate consensus and drive decision-making
• Conduct daily standups, weekly executive updates, and milestone reviews with senior leadership
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and blockers
• Manage ERPNext Assistant, delegating tasks effectively while ensuring quality standards

Business Process Transformation

• Analyze existing workflows across Manufacturing (BOM, Work Orders, Production Planning), Inventory (Stock Management, Quality Control), Procurement (RFQ, PO, Supplier Management), Sales (Order-to-Cash), Finance (Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay), and HR (Hire-to-Retire)
• Identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and opportunities for automation and process reengineering
• Design streamlined, ERPNext-enabled processes that improve speed, accuracy, compliance, and decision-making
• Balance process standardization with legitimate business unit requirements

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management

• Build trust and credibility with department heads, end-users, and C-level executives through transparent communication and consistent delivery
• Translate complex technical concepts into business language; present confidently to non-technical audiences
• Drive user adoption through effective training, support, and change management strategies
• Manage resistance to change; champion ERP benefits and ROI to ensure organizational buy-in

Knowledge Transfer & Documentation

• Create comprehensive technical documentation covering system architecture, customizations, integrations, configurations, and troubleshooting guides
• Develop user-facing documentation, including manuals, SOPs, quick reference guides, and video tutorials
• Conduct formal knowledge transfer sessions with the IT team, ensuring seamless handover post-contract
• Establish self-service support resources empowering users to resolve common issues independently

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, Engineering, or related field
• ERPNext Certification (Developer or Consultant) - MANDATORY
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of hands-on experience in ERPNext/Frappe development, implementation, and support
• Manufacturing, FMCG, CPG, or Retail industry experience is highly preferred
• International, multi-entity ERP implementations across multiple countries/currencies – REQUIRED
• Experience leading complex, time-constrained ERP projects with budgets exceeding $200K
• Expert-level proficiency in Frappe Framework, Python, JavaScript, MariaDB/MySQL, HTML/CSS, Jinja templating
• Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, DigitalOcean, Azure), server administration, and ERPNext hosting/deployment
• Proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Metabase, Tableau) for advanced reporting and analytics
• Database optimization, query tuning, and performance troubleshooting expertise
• Demonstrates comprehensive functional knowledge across manufacturing operations, supply chain and inventory management, core accounting processes, and end-to-end HR workflows, supporting integrated ERP-driven business operations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication in English; ability to influence, persuade, and align diverse stakeholders
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset; quickly diagnose complex technical issues and design elegant solutions
• Leadership: Natural ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and inspire confidence even in ambiguous, high-pressure situations
• Adaptability: Thrive in dynamic environments; comfortable with shifting priorities and emerging requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive contract compensation commensurate with expertise and project criticality
• Opportunity to architect ERP foundation for a globally recognized beauty brand with 80+ country footprint
• Autonomy and decision-making authority to design optimal solutions
• Collaborative engagement with senior leadership and cross-functional business leaders
• Portfolio-building opportunity: successful delivery positions you as a proven implementer of complex, international ERP projects
• Potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role based on project success and organizational needs

Apply Now

Send your resume to Hr@GKhair.com with the subject line

“ERPNext Project.”

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Work Location: In person