ERP Programme Director at easyJet

Luton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ERP Programme Delivery, Operating Model Design, Stakeholder Management, Budget Ownership, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Adoption Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Executive Reporting, Program Governance, Airline Operations Integration, Supply Chain Management, Asset-Intensive Operations, MSP Certification, PgMP Certification, PRINCE2 Certification

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

About Us We are easyJet – a FTSE-100 listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours The Role We are seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead the delivery of a large-scale ERP programme, ensuring seamless integration with airline operations and regulatory obligations. You will be the single point of accountability for ERP outcomes, partnering with executive stakeholders and managing complex delivery across finance, operations, holidays, commercial, and corporate functions. Key Responsibilities · Lead, shape, and deliver the ERP operating model, ensuring clarity of roles between internal teams and suppliers. · Oversee delivery across all business functions, including Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Operations, Customer, and Commercial. · Manage dependencies across holidays, fleet, engineering, crew, finance, and operational systems. · Chair programme boards and executive steering committees, providing clear reporting and escalation management. · Own the ERP programme budget, forecasting, benefits realisation, and investment governance. · Ensure rigorous risk, quality, and assurance management in a safety-critical context. · Drive strong adoption and embed new ERP capabilities into business-as-usual operations. Key Skills and Experience · Proven experience as a Programme Director delivering large-scale ERP programmes. · Experience in airline, aviation, transport, or similarly regulated industries, ideally with large retail organisations. · Strong understanding of finance, procurement, supply chain, and asset-intensive operations. · Expertise in governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. · Exceptional executive stakeholder management and communication skills. · Calm, authoritative leadership in high-pressure operational environments. · Degree or equivalent professional experience. · Programme or portfolio management certification (e.g., MSP, PgMP, PRINCE2, SAFe) required; ERP vendor certifications desirable. · Experience with airline ERP platforms (e.g., SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle Fusion, Workday) is advantageous. Success Measures · ERP delivered with no material impact to airline operations or regulatory obligations. · Strong adoption across operational and corporate functions. · Regulatory compliance and audit readiness achieved. · Forecast financial and operational benefits realised. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of easyJet’s operations, working at the heart of a dynamic and innovative airline. You’ll work alongside senior leaders and play a pivotal role in delivering transformation at scale. What you’ll get in return: At easyJet, we pride ourselves on a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that supports and rewards innovation and excellence. We offer: · Competitive base salary · 30%25 bonus potential. · 25 days holiday, pension scheme, life assurance, and a flexible benefits package. · Discounted staff travel scheme for friends and family · Annual credit for discount on easyJet holidays · ‘Work Away’ scheme, allowing you to work abroad for 30 days a year · Electric vehicle lease salary sacrifice scheme Location & Hours of Work We operate a hybrid working policy of 40%25-60%25 of the month spent with colleagues. We look forward to your application and the possibility of you flying high with our team! Application Process: Interested candidates should apply through our careers portal. Reasonable Adjustments: At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation

Responsibilities

The Programme Director will lead the delivery of a large-scale ERP programme, ensuring seamless integration with airline operations and regulatory obligations, while acting as the single point of accountability for ERP outcomes across various functions. Key duties include leading the ERP operating model design, overseeing delivery across Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Operations, Customer, and Commercial, and managing complex dependencies across critical airline systems.