Director - Enterprise Resource Planning-1159

The Director, ERP, specializing in SAP, leads the strategy, implementation, and ongoing management of SAP ERP systems across the organization. This role requires deep SAP expertise, strong leadership, and a proven ability to deliver ERP initiatives in a fast-paced, growing environment. The position is critical to optimizing business processes, advancing digital transformation, and aligning technology solutions with business objectives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and execute an enterprise ERP strategy, with emphasis on SAP solutions that support business objectives.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and digital innovation.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure ERP performance, business value, and alignment with organizational priorities.

Project Management:

• Lead planning, budgeting, execution, and governance for SAP projects, including upgrades, integrations, and enhancements.
• Direct cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

System Optimization:

• Assess and improve SAP capabilities, including SAP S/4HANA, FICO, MM, SD, and PP, to enhance performance and user experience.
• Ensure SAP solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and compliant with applicable standards and regulations.

Team Leadership:

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing ERP team, including SAP specialists, developers, analysts, and support resources.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary liaison among IT, business functions, and external partners for SAP-related initiatives.
• Provide executive leadership with clear updates on ERP performance, project status, risks, and mitigation plans.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to SAP implementations, integrations, and ongoing operations.
• Maintain data integrity, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and adherence to organizational policies.

Operations Management:

• Implement testing, quality assurance, and change management practices to protect the integrity of the SAP landscape.
• Maintain reliable 24x7 operational availability of SAP systems and related business-critical services.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; master's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of ERP management experience, including at least 7 years focused on SAP.
• Proven success leading large-scale SAP implementations, including ECC6 and SAP S/4HANA migrations.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or similar operational environments preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong expertise across SAP modules, including FICO, MM, SD, PP, and WMS.
• Deep understanding of SAP integrations with third-party platforms and enterprise systems.
• Working knowledge of SAP analytics tools and emerging technologies, including AI, IoT, and machine learning.

Leadership Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic, results-oriented leader with strong business acumen and execution discipline.

Certifications:

• SAP Certified Application Professional certification preferred.
• PMP or ITIL certification preferred.