Pinnacle Consulting & Recruitment

Lead ERP strategy and governance for Odoo, optimize and remediate custom modules, manage vendor relationships, and support integrations with mobile apps and AI tools. | 5+ years of Odoo ERP experience with strong technical skills in Python, PostgreSQL, API integrations, ERP governance, and a relevant bachelor's degree. | Key Responsibilities • ERP Strategy & Governance • Serve as the in-house Odoo SME, developing a long-term roadmap for ERP sustainability, scalability, and continuous improvement. • Establish governance frameworks for system changes, security, updates, and vendor management. • Assess risk exposure due to vendor lock-in and recommend mitigation strategies. • System Oversight & Optimization • Analyze and document existing Odoo customizations (71 modules, 41 custom-built). • Identify gaps, performance issues, and legacy challenges from prior Odoo 13/16 deployments. • Lead efforts to remediate incomplete or underperforming modules (e.g., Email Marketing, Accounting Dashboard/Reporting, Multi-business setup). • Oversee Odoo Documents module rollout to centralize storage and eliminate fragmented platforms (Google Drive, OneDrive, local storage). • Integration & Development • Support integration of Odoo with mobile applications, monitoring devices, and third-party APIs (e.g., Mytrex, Pinecone.io vector database). • Collaborate with internal IT, business users, and external vendors to ensure seamless real-time data synchronization across Odoo, mobile apps, and monitoring systems. • Provide requirements and quality assurance for new initiatives such as chatbot integration (OpenAI, GoogleAI LLMs). • Vendor & Stakeholder Management • Serve as primary liaison with external Odoo development partners while building internal knowledge base and reducing reliance on vendor exclusivity. • Ensure transparency in development pipelines, release management, and mobile app publishing. • Train and support business users on Odoo functionalities, ensuring usability and adoption. Required Qualifications • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Odoo ERP (versions 13–16), including customization, module management, and integrations. • Proven track record in ERP governance, system documentation, and vendor management. • Strong knowledge of Python, PostgreSQL, APIs, and ERP integration frameworks. • Ability to evaluate and optimize custom modules and workflows. • Familiarity with document management, mobile app integrations, and chatbot/AI augmentations within ERP ecosystems. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex ERP functionality into business-friendly solutions. Preferred Qualifications • Experience remediating legacy ERP deployments and incomplete vendor deliverables. • Background in healthcare, medical devices, or regulated industries. • Knowledge of vector databases (e.g., Pinecone.io) and LLM/AI integrations. • Previous experience implementing multi-business and advanced accounting modules in Odoo. • Odoo Certification(s) a plus. Education • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required. • Master’s degree preferred.