Director of Business Information Systems

Vicwest; Burlington; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building materials supplier in Burlington, Canada, is seeking a Director of Business Information Systems to lead the strategic implementation and management of SAP systems. The role focuses on driving digital transformation and requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in SAP S/4HANA, and a strategic mindset. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in enterprise systems management, with a proven track record in change management and digital initiatives.

Qualifications

• Over 8 years of experience managing enterprise systems with a minimum of 3 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record with SAP S/4HANA implementations.
• Successful leadership in digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and management of SAP systems.
• Define and execute digital transformation roadmaps.
• Oversee data governance and build high-performing teams.

Skills

Leadership

SAP S/4HANA expertise

Digital transformation

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Business Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Power BI

Salesforce

Job description

"Our Reputation Stands on What We Build"

Our mission is to innovate the most sustainable & complete building envelope solutions in the Canadian market, with our trusted employees, customers and communities guiding all that we do. Investing in our people. Innovating our product selection. Sustaining the world that sustains us. We prioritize the potential for success that’s all around us.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Canada’s best-known building materials suppliers as we embark on a significant growth journey through new product launches and market penetration. As part of the Kingspan Group, Vicwest has an ambitious sustainability program, Planet Passionate, revolving around the impact of building materials on the environment.

Vicwest is looking for an ambitious candidate to join a well-established, high performing team and aid the business as we continue to grow to reach new markets across North America.

Position Summary

As the Director of Business Information Systems (Director BIS), you will play a strategic leadership role in overseeing enterprise applications and driving the digital transformation agenda. This role combines deep technical expertise in SAP S/4HANA and enterprise systems with visionary leadership to develop and implement innovative digital strategies across the organization. You will lead the Business Systems, Applications, and Digital Transformation functions, aligning technology solutions with operational goals, customer experience, and long-term business strategy.

You will report to senior leadership and work closely with functional heads across Finance, Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain. Your mission will be to ensure high-performing, secure, and future-ready business systems while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Enterprise Applications & SAP Leadership - Lead the strategic implementation and management of SAP S/4HANA and other core enterprise systems, ensuring their alignment with business processes and long-term goals.
• Digital Transformation Strategy Execution - Define and drive a digital transformation roadmap using technologies like cloud, automation, AI, and data analytics to enhance productivity, innovation, and customer experience.
• Data, Team, and Stakeholder Leadership - Oversee data governance and reporting architecture, lead a high-performing internal and vendor team, and collaborate cross-functionally to align technical solutions with business needs
  
  

Major Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and management of SAP S/4HANA and other core business systems.
• Oversee SAP configurations, integrations, upgrades, and system performance, ensuring alignment with business processes and goals.
• Manage SAP-related modules such as FI/CO, SD, MM, PP, and ensure optimal usage across departments.
• Ensure the integrity, security, and availability of all ERP-related data and workflows.
• Define and execute a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives and growth targets.
• Champion the use of cloud computing, data analytics, automation, and AI to improve productivity and competitiveness.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to modernize processes, drive innovation, and improve customer and employee experiences.
• Oversee enterprise data strategies, including integration, governance, and analytics platforms such as Power BI.
• Promote a data-driven culture by enabling reporting and visualization tools that empower decision-makers.
• Ensure that reporting systems provide real-time insights into business operations and KPIs.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of SAP analysts, application developers, and digital solution leads.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and career development pathways for internal team members.
• Manage relationships with external implementation partners, consultants, and software vendors.
• Serve as the primary liaison between IT and business units to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to align system functionality with evolving business processes.
• Lead change management initiatives, including communication, training, and stakeholder alignment.
• Ensure all business applications adhere to internal IT governance frameworks, cybersecurity protocols, and industry regulations.
• Oversee risk mitigation strategies and maintain business continuity planning related to enterprise systems.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience managing enterprise systems, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience implementing and managing SAP S/4HANA in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation initiatives and change management efforts.
• Familiarity with reporting/BI tools such as Power BI and CRM systems such as Salesforce is an asset.
• Strong project management skills (PMP or Agile certification preferred).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
  
  

Vicwest welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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