Position Overview
Daikin Applied is seeking a talented Director, Digital Manufacturing ERP . The Director, Digital Manufacturing ERP will play a critical role to lead the digital manufacturing ERP transformation within the Digital (IT) organization, driving innovation, agility, and efficiency across manufacturing ERP areas. This position is a cornerstone of the company's digital transformation strategy, tasked with driving efficiency, collaboration, and innovation across Configure-to-Order (CTO) and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes. This leader will manage a team of business analysts that cover order management, materials management, inventory, work in process and warehouse management. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location
Faribault, MN - Hybrid
What you will do:
- Define and execute the digital manufacturing strategy aligned with Daikin's transformation goals and product-centric operating model
- Lead and mentor business analysts in developing and delivering solutions that meet business needs and drive measurable outcomes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Digital) to ensure manufacturing processes and deliverables are integrated and aligned with enterprise platforms
- Oversee the deployment and optimization of manufacturing ERP technologies including:
- ERP systems (Oracle, SAP B1, SAP S4/HANA) for Manufacturing
- Analytics platforms for actionable insights and decision support
- Collaborate with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and consulting partners to define project scope, timeline, and deliverables
- Develop and manage a detailed roadmap, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
- Drive automation, digitization, and integration across manufacturing workflows and ERP interfaces
- Enhance business stakeholder collaboration and communication through digital platforms and data transparency
- Implement tools and processes that support manufacturing innovation, performance tracking, and risk mitigation
- Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and user-centric design
- Drive change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of digital solutions across the enterprise
- Be a key leader on the digital team to support the transitioning from Oracle R12 to SAP S/4HANA
What's in it for you:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience in Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 10+ years in a Digital leadership role, with a focus on ERP implementations
- Proven experience managing business analysts and delivering digital solutions in a global manufacturing or industrial environment working with large-scale ERP systems and transformations, specifically Oracle and/or SAP
- Extensive Functional supply chain or manufacturing knowledge, ERP systems and analytics platforms
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience working within a Digital (IT) organization and driving cross-functional digital initiatives
- Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- In-depth knowledge of Oracle EBS R12 and/or SAP S/4HANA, with a strong focus on Supply Chain and Manufacturing modules
- Familiarity with Configure-to-Order (CTO) and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes
- Understanding of Fit-Gap analysis, process mapping, and best practices in ERP design
- Experience developing and executing change management strategies
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to technical and nontechnical audiences
Benefits:
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
- 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
- Short term and long term disability
- 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
- Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
- Paid sick time in accordance with federal, state and local law
- Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
- Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $142,600 - $250,900 (+ 30% bonus in MN). The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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