Odoo ERP Consultant (Remote)

Key Responsibilities & Activities 1. Requirement Gathering & Analysis ○ Engage with clients to understand their business processes and objectives. ○ Conduct in-depth analysis of client requirements to identify specific needs. ○ Provide process consulting by mapping ‘as-is’ and ‘to-be’ processes to ensure maximum utilization of standard Odoo features. 2. Odoo Setup & Configuration ○ Set up Odoo environments based on the customer’s hosting preferences. ○ Configure Odoo applications to align with client-specific business workflows. ○ Set up companies, users, and access rights based on organizational structure and security needs. 3. Functional Architecting (for Customization Requirements) ○ Conduct GAP analysis to identify business requirements that necessitate custom development. ○ Define functional workflows for business processes requiring customization. ○ Draft user stories or detailed functional specifications to guide the technical team. 4. Data Migration ○ Plan and execute data migration strategies from legacy systems to Odoo. ○ Perform data imports (via templates or scripts) and validate data accuracy post-migration. ○ Troubleshoot and resolve any data-related discrepancies. 5. Training ○ Conduct end-user training sessions on both standard and customized Odoo features. ○ Develop training materials and user documentation for effective onboarding. ○ Provide ongoing support and address user queries during the training phase. 6. Testing ○ Perform functional testing to ensure quality before delivering features to the client. ○ Support clients during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and follow up to ensure completion. ○ Define success criteria for user stories involving development or customization. 7. Go-live ○ Plan and execute cutover activities for go-live. ○ Ensure smooth transition and provide immediate support during the go-live period. ○ Maintain high availability and responsiveness during this critical phase. 8. Support ○ Provide ongoing support to end-users after implementation. ○ Resolve functional issues and respond to support requests promptly. ○ Ensure service levels are maintained in accordance with agreed SLAs. 9. Documentation ○ Create and maintain Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and Functional Specifications (FSDs/User Stories). ○ Prepare user guides and manuals for custom-developed features. ○ Ensure documentation remains up-to-date with ongoing changes and improvements. 10. Stakeholder Communication ○ Maintain proactive and transparent communication with clients regarding project progress. ○ Conduct regular project review meetings to ensure alignment with client expectations. 11. Project Management ○ Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation. ○ Utilize Aktiv's project management system for tracking tasks and logging timesheets. 12. Team Collaboration ○ Work closely with developers, technical leads, and other consultants to deliver integrated solutions. ○ Participate in regular internal meetings to align project activities. ○ Support the sales team during pre-sales by providing expert consultation. 13. Strategic Involvement ○ Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for internal processes & systems and project delivery standards. ○ Assist in the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). ○ Mentor junior consultants or business analysts and support their development through structured training plans.