Director, Enterprise Business Applications

Hammond Power Solutions; Guelph; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Flexible work schedules

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Hammond Power Solutions in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking a Director of Enterprise Business Applications to drive the strategy and performance of their applications portfolio. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience in enterprise applications, especially in manufacturing industries.

Key responsibilities include defining a multi-year strategy, overseeing the lifecycle of applications, and leading modernization initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments and driving adoption of AI capabilities within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise applications leadership.
• Proven experience in complex, manufacturing-focused environments.
• Strong expertise across ERP-centric ecosystems supporting supply chain, finance, HR, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a multi-year enterprise applications strategy.
• Oversee performance and lifecycle management of enterprise applications.
• Lead modernization initiatives across ERP, CRM, HRIS, finance, and manufacturing systems.

Skills

Enterprise applications leadership

Application architecture

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

AI-enabled business applications

Risk management

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field

Relevant certifications (PMP, Agile, ERP, Azure/AWS)

Job description

Director, Enterprise Business Applications

Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (HPS) is a global manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. HPS is the leader in North America in the custom design and manufacture of dry‑type transformers.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the Director, Enterprise Business Applications is accountable for the strategy, performance, and evolution of the organization’s enterprise business application portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute a multi‑year enterprise applications strategy aligned with business objectives and operating priorities.
• Partner with business and functional leaders to translate needs into technology roadmaps and investment plans.
• Oversee the performance, stability, and lifecycle management of enterprise applications, including incident, change, and release processes.
• Lead modernization initiatives across ERP, CRM, HRIS, finance, and manufacturing systems to improve scalability and reduce technical debt.
• Drive adoption of AI‑enabled capabilities (e.g., vendor AI, Microsoft Copilot, custom solutions) to enhance productivity, decision‑making, and automation.
• Enable system integration, process standardization, and data‑driven operations; support M&A through application strategy and integration planning.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and implementation partners, ensuring effective delivery and measurable business value.
• Establish governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity, data, and regulatory requirements, and managing application and AI‑related risk.
• Lead and develop global application teams, fostering a high‑performance, collaborative, and outcome‑focused culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise applications leadership.
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (Master’s an asset).
• Proven experience in complex, manufacturing‑focused environments.
• Strong expertise across ERP‑centric ecosystems supporting supply chain, finance, HR, and operations.
• Solid understanding of application architecture, integration, and governance practices.
• Experience with AI‑enabled business applications and associated data/security considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into technology roadmaps and outcomes.
• Relevant certifications (PMP, Agile, ERP, Azure/AWS) considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

NOTE: Hammond Power Solutions encourages applications from all qualified candidates. HPS has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact our People & Culture team if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.

Benefits

We are Great Place to Work Certified! Our people work hard for us—so we make sure our benefits work hard for them. Our equitable pay, benefits, and practices prioritize security, health, and well‑being while sharing in our business success through variable pay programs and our Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Our core benefits focus on wellness, mental health, and financial security when employees need them the most, early career or getting ready for retirement. We also support work‑life balance through flexible work schedules, paid time off, and leaves of absence. Employees and their families also have access to our confidential, best‑in‑class Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

We are committed to sustainable business practices and offer opportunities for our employees to support the communities where we live and work through our Hammond Giving Strategy.