ERP Global Transformation Director (70311934)

Sodexo Group; Canada; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Training and development programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an ERP Global Transformation Director to lead a multi-country ERP transformation. You will drive governance, roadmap strategy, and delivery excellence across a complex portfolio, partnering with senior stakeholders to ensure timely, within-budget deployments that deliver measurable business value.

The role demands 15+ years of transformation leadership, global ERP experience, and strong executive communication. Fluency in English; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience leading large-scale transformation, ERP implementation, or enterprise technology programs.
• Experience overseeing global, multi-country ERP deployments.
• 10+ years leading senior project managers, program managers, and cross-functional transformation teams.
• PMI, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe, or comparable certification preferred.
• ERP platform certifications (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) asset.
• English required (written, verbal, and presentation proficiency).
• French/English bilingual is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain ERP program governance, delivery methodologies, standards, controls, and ways of working.
• Own and steer the global ERP roadmap, including planning, milestones, deployment sequencing, and resources.
• Provide leadership to Project Directors to ensure successful ERP project delivery.
• Coordinate interdependencies across projects, functions and technology teams.
• Lead Control Tower to monitor program performance with executive dashboards and KPIs.
• Partner with senior leaders to drive alignment, engagement and readiness for transformation.

Skills

Leadership

Program governance

Strategic thinking

Change management

Executive communications

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cross-functional

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/Engineering/CS

MBA asset

Tools

Project management tools

Dashboards

KPI reporting

Business intelligence

Job description

ERP Global Transformation Director (70311934)

• Full-time
• Division: Service Operations (Others)
• Province: ON
• Bonus AIP Eligible/Bonus AIP Eligible: Yes
• Compensation: CAD 160,000 - CAD 200,000 - yearly

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Sodexo team has an exciting new client opportunity to join Sodexo as our next ERP Global Transformation Director located in Ontario, Canada.

At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

The ERP Global Transformation Director is accountable for the successful delivery and governance of the global ERP transformation program. This role provides strategic leadership across multiple ERP projects and workstreams, ensuring alignment with business objectives, program methodology, timelines, and organizational priorities. The incumbent partners closely with Program Delivery, TDDI, Project Directors, and business stakeholders to manage interdependencies, mitigate risks, and drive execution excellence. The role oversees program governance, roadmap management, and Control Tower operations, providing real-time visibility into program performance, deployment readiness, and business outcomes across all regions.

Program Governance & Delivery Excellence:

• Establish and maintain ERP program governance, delivery methodologies, standards, controls, and ways of working in partnership with Program Delivery and TDDI leadership.
• Ensure consistent application of project management disciplines, decision-making frameworks, and performance measures across the program.

Strategic Roadmap Leadership:

• Own and steer the global ERP roadmap, including planning, milestone tracking, deployment sequencing, resource alignment, and execution oversight.
• Ensure program objectives are achieved in accordance with commitments, timelines, and business priorities.

Project Delivery Oversight:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Project Directors to ensure successful delivery of ERP projects.
• Drive accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk management, and achievement of business outcomes.

Cross-Functional Integration & Dependency Management:

• Coordinate interdependencies across projects, workstreams, business functions, and technology teams.
• Identify and resolve conflicts, risks, and issues that could impact program delivery, ensuring alignment across the transformation portfolio.

Program Performance & Control Tower Management:

• Lead the ERP Control Tower function to provide real-time visibility into program performance.
• Develop and maintain executive dashboards, KPI reporting, risk monitoring, and deployment readiness metrics to support informed decision-making.

Executive Stakeholder & Change Leadership:

• Partner with senior business leaders, technology teams, and external stakeholders to drive alignment, engagement, and commitment to transformation objectives.
• Facilitate governance forums, executive communications, and organizational readiness activities to support successful adoption.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) considered an asset.
• 15+ years of progressive experience leading large-scale transformation, ERP implementation, or enterprise technology programs.
• Experience overseeing global, multi-country ERP deployments.
• Extensive experience managing complex portfolios consisting of multiple projects and workstreams.
• 10+ years leading senior project managers, program managers, and cross-functional transformation teams.
• Proven experience influencing and leading through matrix organizations.
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe, or comparable project/program management certification preferred.
• ERP platform certifications (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) considered an asset.
• Advanced program and portfolio management expertise.
• Strong understanding of ERP implementation methodologies and deployment frameworks.
• Experience with project management tools, dashboards, KPI reporting, and business intelligence solutions.
• Advanced financial management, risk management, and governance reporting skills.
• Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and lead through organizational change.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale business transformation initiatives.
• English required (written, verbal, and presentation proficiency).
• Additional languages considered an asset given global scope. French/English both verbal and written is a very strong asset

What MakesSodexoDifferent:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. Youbelongin a company that allows youactwith purpose andthrivein your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here
• And so much more!

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

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