Director - Digital Manufacturing ERP

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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 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

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:  

• 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 of the 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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