Program Director (England)

Role: Dynamics Programme Director

Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Duration: Long-Term

Location: UK with weekly European travel

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Dynamics Programme Director to lead the delivery of a large-scale ERP transformation programme using Microsoft Dynamics 365 , with a focus on Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations modules. This is a business-critical role, requiring strong programme governance, deep ERP expertise, and the ability to drive delivery across a complex, multi-country landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the full lifecycle delivery of a large-scale ERP programme based on Dynamics 365 (D365) , covering Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations .
• Establish robust governance, programme plans, and reporting structures to ensure visibility, accountability, and progress tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and workstreams to deliver ERP capabilities that meet business needs and strategic goals.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for all programme stakeholders, including executive sponsors and third-party implementation partners.
• Drive business process transformation and standardisation across European business units through ERP best practices.
• Manage programme risks, budgets, timelines, and change control mechanisms effectively.
• Support stakeholder engagement, training, and change adoption across affected business units.
• Ensure the programme is delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in line with global ERP and IT strategies.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience delivering complex ERP transformation programmes , specifically with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365 F&O) .
• Deep functional knowledge of Supply Chain Management , Finance , and Operations within an ERP context.
• Track record of successful delivery in multinational or pan-European environments.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, especially at the C-suite level.
• Strong vendor and partner management skills, with experience leading third-party delivery teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel across Europe as required.
• Experience working under Outside IR35 contract arrangements is strongly preferred.