Cutover Manager

Cutover Manager Rate; Up to £650 (inside IR35) Location; Leeds 2/3x per week onsite Duration; Contract up to the end of 2026 We are currently supporting a large, complex organisation undergoing a major ERP transformation programme and are seeking an experienced Cutover Manager to lead the planning and execution of a critical go-live. This is a pivotal role, responsible for developing and managing the end-to-end cutover strategy, ensuring business and technical activities are fully aligned, dependencies are understood, risks are mitigated, and contingency plans are in place to support a successful transition. Responsibilities Develop and own the end-to-end cutover plan and strategy. Coordinate activities across business, technical, and third-party workstreams. Identify and manage key dependencies, risks, issues, and mitigations. Define and maintain contingency and rollback plans. Lead cutover rehearsals and go-live readiness assessments. Facilitate go/no-go decision-making activities. Ensure effective stakeholder communication throughout the cutover lifecycle. Support hypercare planning and post go-live activities. Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Cutover Manager, Go-Live Manager, Transition Manager, or similar. Strong experience delivering complex ERP transformations. Experience with Oracle ERP / Oracle Fusion is highly desirable. Candidates with SAP S/4HANA experience will also be considered. Demonstrable experience producing clear, concise, and detailed ..... full job details .....