D365 F&O Cutover Manager - #1707204

We are looking for an experienced Cutover Manager to lead the cutover planning and execution for a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) implementation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating all activities leading up to and during the go-live period, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems with minimal business disruption.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Develop and own the detailed cutover plan for the D365 F&O implementation.

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  Coordinate cross-functional teams (including IT, finance, operations, and external vendors) to align on cutover tasks, timings, and dependencies.

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  Ensure all pre-cutover and post-go-live activities are clearly defined, resourced, and scheduled.

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  Identify and manage cutover risks, issues, and contingency plans.

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  Lead cutover rehearsals and mock go-lives to test and refine the plan.

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  Manage communication across stakeholders and keep all parties informed during the cutover process.

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  Ensure data migration and system readiness activities are aligned with the cutover schedule.

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  Monitor progress during go-live and coordinate resolution of any critical issues.

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  Provide post-go-live support planning in collaboration with the support and hypercare teams.

Skills and Experience Required:

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  Proven experience as a Cutover Manager in D365 F&O or other ERP implementations.

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  Strong understanding of D365 Finance & Operations modules and business processes.

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  Extensive experience with end-to-end cutover planning and execution in complex environments.

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  Solid understanding of data migration, business readiness, and environment planning.

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  Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

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  Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

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  Comfortable working in both Agile and Waterfall project environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Experience with global or multi-site D365 F&O rollouts.

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  Familiarity with integration points between D365 and other enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, payroll, reporting tools).

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  Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.