Description
The HSS Global IT department is looking for a passionate, inquisitive, detail oriented and customer focused Senior Manager, ERP to join our growing team.
The Senior Manager, ERP role will manage an ERP team consisting of internal and external resources. The role will work directly with business executives, IS / IT leadership team to define long-term enterprise technology strategies and roadmap. The role reports to the Director, Global ERP. The role will be based out of Mississauga, Ontario.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Competitive salary
- Competitive health and benefit plan
- Competitive matched retirement savings program
- The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion
- The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing
WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE;
People Management & Leadership
Lead and provide mentorship to the team to ensure they meet their operational and development goals.Continuously identify and close skills and knowledge gaps of team membersManage performance of direct reports. Set appropriate context and establish prescribed limits for subordinates, including setting an effective framework of policies and procedures for the work in the team.Act as a mentor for team members by providing effective coaching to maximize performance, promote accountability, build shared knowledge and enhance the team environment.Build a high performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by foresting an inclusive work environment and using coaching mindset and behaviors; communicating vision / values / business strategy; and managing succession and development planning.Relationship Management
Develop strong and successful relationships with key contacts at all levels of the organization including Business Operations, Systems and Executives to ensure internal / external client and stakeholders’ needs are not only met, but often exceeded.Coordinate with process owners to ensure efficiency, effectiveness and consistency across all Programs, Project and Release delivery processes.Facilitate information flow among business & IS / IT groups to gather / share information that will enhance Program, Project and Release delivery capabilities.Act as the escalation point for issues relating to operational issues and supplier performance or deviations from original work estimates etc. Taking appropriate actions to resolve the issuesApplication Strategy
Develop a strategic roadmap for the ERP platforms in scope (BusinessCentral, Navision, SAP, etc.) and any other applications that integrate with ERP; including a roadmap to consolidate the number of ERP platforms in use todayAct as the systems advocate for the design and build of solutions that promote agility, business capability, operability and efficiency.Ensure effective cost management for each application and develop / manage budgets for application support & related activities.Manage the prioritization and mitigation of all risks related to the ongoing operation of the application and deployment of new changesProject Management
Manage projects involving the ERP platforms in scope using combination of Waterfall and Agile methodologiesCreate and lead a Project Management Office to coordinate all projects in this domainHire and lead internal and external project managers to deliver project in the domain roadmapSolutions Architecture
Define and drive solutions architecture principals, software development life cycle and software development methodologies to keep in line with strategic enterprise systems technology plans to support current and anticipated business needs.Assess industry and technology solutions to establish optimum systems architecture supporting advancement of the company objectivesEvaluate short-term or long-term priorities, and develop actionable plansCollaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, solution vendors and end users to identify business requirements and translate these into technical specifications and systems architectureLeverage external industry knowledge, standards and advances to further internal objectivesOUR IDEAL CANDIDATE;
10+ years of experience as an Application / Solution Architect, and managing ERP teams consisting of Functional, programmers, and administrators10+ years of experience in a multi-location, global environmentPMP certification and MBA will be considered an assetBachelor's Degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or other business-related field is preferred.Additional Skills :
Excellent communication skills both written and oralProven ability to handle multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines; changing course and direction as neededAbility to develop strong client relationship at the Executive level (Director / VP / CXO levels) in relevant market and leveraging them to assess potential sales opportunitiesAbility to influence stakeholders and building consensusAbility to work effectively in a matrix environmentAbility to motivate / manage a team of 10-15 direct reportsAbility to manage a team with a diversity of cultures and people on remote locations and to stimulate collaboration is such an environmentProven success at managing change projects with ability to problem solve at detailed level and keep helicopter viewSelf-motivated and driven approach with strong result orientationWORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL;
Some travel to Europe and across North America.LI-SM2
Benefits of Employment : IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment : IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.