PLM Transformation & Adoption Lead

Planar is seeking an Engineering/PLM Transformation & Adoption Lead for implementation and adoption of our new PLM module in Microsoft D365 F&O. This position will be a part of initiatives across several business units to modernize engineering systems, data, processes, and connections. The role will focus on Bluestar PLM implementation, change management, communication, training, and adoption across all business units.

This role will work in the IT Enterprise Applications team and work closely with business stakeholders, and external partners to design, implement, support, and continuously improve solutions that drive operational efficiency, process automation, data visibility, and digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Senior leaders, system administrators, project leads, architects, and business general managers to ensure changes integrate smoothly within the wider technology landscape.
• Align leadership on the implementation roadmap, balancing delivery against capacity to absorb change.
• Establish governance structures, steering committees, and change review boards.
• Map all stakeholders across business units and develop targeted, role-specific communication plans for each function.
• Apply configuration management practices to protect data integrity during migration, workflows, and manufacturing transitions.
• Work embedded in the IT department partnering with solution architects and engineers to evaluate downstream system impacts and define needs with adjacent platforms.
• Design and deliver role-based adoption programs, change journeys, support materials, and messaging that translates technical details to business outcomes for every level.
• Define adoption metrics and build dashboards with clear data/visuals.