Epicor Kinetic Operations Project Manager

Our client, a leading Aerospace & Defense manufacturer, is implementing Epicor Kinetic in the GCC Cloud across three facilities (two in California and one in Colorado). They are seeking a hands-on Epicor Kinetic Project Manager to lead the end-to-end implementation and drive adoption across a high-precision, regulated manufacturing environment.

This role requires strong leadership across Epicor Operations modules (Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Inventory, and Supply Chain), disciplined project task tracking , and the ability to partner effectively with both internal stakeholders and external implementation vendors. Knowledge of Epicor Financials is a strong plus , particularly in aligning Finance and Operations during deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle Epicor Kinetic implementation across all three manufacturing sites.

• Develop, maintain, and actively manage detailed project plans, task tracking, milestones, risks, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery.

• Provide functional leadership across Epicor Operations modules , including Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Inventory, and Supply Chain.

• Collaborate with Finance and Operations leaders to align Epicor configuration, reporting, and costing to business processes.

• Manage and coordinate the Epicor implementation partner , including scope oversight, deliverables, timelines, and issue escalation.

• Oversee data migration, system configuration, testing cycles (unit, integration, and UAT), cutover planning, and go-live readiness.

• Support and guide creation and validation of BAQs , BOMs , MOMs , and SQL-based reports as needed to support operations and reporting requirements.

• Deliver end-user training to approximately 100–120 users , driving adoption of standardized workflows and best practices.

• Lead change management efforts , influencing stakeholders to adopt new processes and system-driven ways of working.

• Coordinate closely with IT, department leads, and third-party vendors to maintain execution velocity.

• Support post-go-live stabilization, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Document workflows, SOPs, configuration decisions, and training materials.

• Ensure compliance with Aerospace & Defense regulatory, quality, and audit requirements .

Required Qualifications

• Proven Epicor Kinetic Project Management experience , including full lifecycle implementations.

• Strong functional expertise in Epicor Operations modules : Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Inventory, and Supply Chain.

• Demonstrated ability to track and manage complex ERP project tasks , dependencies, and execution.

• Experience managing ERP implementation partners and vendors .

• Experience working in Aerospace & Defense manufacturing or similarly regulated industries.

• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive organizational change management .

• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills.

• Ability to work onsite 2 days per week in Ontario or Riverside, CA, with travel to Denver, CO as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Epicor Financials (GL, AP, AR, Costing).

• Ability to create and maintain BAQs, BOMs, MOMs , and SQL-based reports .

• Hands-on SQL experience for reporting, data validation, and troubleshooting.

• Epicor Kinetic GCC Cloud experience.

• Experience with Epicor Wireless Warehouse .

• Experience with QuickShip .

• Strong understanding of shop-floor execution, quality systems, inventory control, and end-to-end supply chain workflows.

Engagement Details

• Full-time, 6-month contract with strong potential to convert to direct hire.

• Target start date: January 2026 .