Director of ERP Systems

Job Responsibilities:

• Define and lead the ERP strategy in alignment with business goals and digital transformation initiatives.

• Establish governance frameworks ensuring ERP standardization, compliance, and risk management.

• Oversee ERP-related budgets, vendor contracts, and system performance for scalability and continuity.

• Lead enterprise-wide ERP projects including implementations, upgrades, and cross-functional integrations.

• Translate business requirements into technical ERP solutions through close collaboration with leadership and IT.

• Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing ERP team while promoting innovation and accountability.

• Provide training strategies for end users and technical staff to enhance ERP proficiency.

• Act as a thought leader, advising stakeholders on ERP trends, best practices, and future enhancements.

• Support creation of business cases to validate ERP investments and ensure ROI.

• Regular travel to sites across Europe and the US is required.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• 15+ years of ERP management experience with leadership roles in systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite.

• 4+ years in a commercial or business-facing role.

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).

• Proven expertise in financial and contract management, system integration, and process optimization.

• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, SOX, GxP).

• Experience with cloud-based ERP platforms and digital transformation strategies.

• Proficiency in BI/analytics tools like Tableau or Power BI.

• Professional ERP certifications (e.g., SAP, Oracle Cloud, Microsoft).

• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and strategic thinking skills.