Director, Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation

Talent Xpanse; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Xpanse is seeking a Director of Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation in Anaheim, CA to lead the strategy, governance, and modernization of our partner's enterprise application ecosystem. You will oversee ERP modernization, data analytics, and BI initiatives while partnering with executives across operations, supply chain, and finance.

Leading a team of Solution Architects, you will drive process improvements, system integrations, and technology roadmaps to enable scalable,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience managing enterprise applications, business systems, or technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise applications strategy aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Lead governance, lifecycle management, architecture standards, and technology roadmaps for enterprise applications.
• Ensure reliability, scalability, security, and alignment with evolving business needs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Customer Service, and Commercial functions.
• Lead application modernization and technology transformation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, system integration, and improved user experiences.
• Support ERP enhancement, migration, implementation, and modernization initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and adjacent solutions that complement existing platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement for operational efficiency, data visibility, and scalability.
• Provide strategic oversight of manufacturing & supply chain systems including Production Planning, Inventory, and Maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Team development

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Engineering / Business Technology

Tools

Sage 500 ERP

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Microsoft Power BI

PlanetTogether

Shoplogix

MaintainX

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Supply Chain Planning Systems

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Data Warehousing & Analytics

Systems Integrations & API Platforms

Cloud-Based Enterprise Applications

Job description

Job Title: Director, Enterprise Applications & Digital Transformation

Location: Anaheim, CA

About Our Partner:

We're partnering with an established leader in the dietary supplement manufacturing space. With state-of-the-art facilities across Southern California, they specialize in custom manufacturing and packaging across gummies, probiotics, etc. This is a team built on precision, innovation, and decades of combined expertise, shaping the future of nutrition from R&D through finished product.

What This Role Is Really About:

The Director of Enterprise Applications and Digital Transformation is responsible for the strategy, governance, optimization, and continuous improvement of our partner's enterprise application ecosystem.

This role will provide leadership for business-critical applications supporting manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, customer operations, and business intelligence. The Director will manage a team of Solution Architects while serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership and cross-functional business teams.

The ideal candidate combines strong people leadership, enterprise application expertise, and manufacturing business acumen with a demonstrated ability to lead ERP modernization efforts and technology transformation initiatives.

This leader will help shape our partner's future-state technology roadmap while identifying innovative solutions that complement and extend existing business systems.

What You’ll Do:

Enterprise Applications Leadership:

• Develop and execute the enterprise applications strategy aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Lead application governance, lifecycle management, architecture standards, and technology roadmaps.
• Ensure enterprise applications are reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with evolving business needs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Customer Service, and Commercial functions.

Digital Transformation & ERP Modernization:

• Lead application modernization and technology transformation initiative.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, system integration, and improved user experiences.
• Support ERP enhancement, migration, implementation, and modernization initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and adjacent solutions that complement existing enterprise platforms and create measurable business value.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, data visibility, and business scalability.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Systems:

Provide strategic oversight of technologies supporting:

• • Manufacturing Operations
  • Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Maintenance & Asset Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Financial Operations
  • Reporting & Analytics

Current platforms include:

• • Sage 500 ERP
  • Microsoft Dynamics CRM
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • PlanetTogether
  • Shoplogix
  • MaintainX

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Solution Architects.
• Establish career development plans and succession strategies.
• Foster a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, innovation, and customer service.
• Build organizational capabilities through coaching, knowledge sharing, and leadership development.
• Support recruitment and retention of top technology talent.

Project & Portfolio Management:

• Establish project governance and delivery standards.
• Prioritize technology investments based on business objectives and return on investment.
• Manage implementation partners, consultants, and software vendors.
• Ensure initiatives are delivered within scope, timeline, and budget expectations.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and outcomes to executive leadership.

Data & Business Intelligence:

• Champion a data-driven culture across the organization.
• Advance reporting and analytics capabilities utilizing Power BI and related technologies.
• Improve data governance, reporting consistency, and KPI visibility.
• Enable business leaders to make informed decisions through meaningful dashboards and performance metrics.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of progressive experience managing enterprise applications, business systems, or technology platforms.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Demonstrated success coaching, mentoring, and developing technology professionals.
• Proven experience leading ERP implementation, migration, or modernization initiatives.
• Significant experience supporting enterprise applications within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing enterprise application portfolios and cross-functional technology initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• • Sage 500 ERP or comparable ERP Platforms
  • Microsoft Dynamics CRM
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • PlantTogether
  • Shoplogix
  • MaintainX
  • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
  • Supply Chain Planning Systems
  • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Data Warehousing & Analytics
  • Systems Integrations & API Platforms
  • Cloud-Based Enterprise Applications

(This is truncated job description and may be expanded or revised.)

COMPENSATION:

The projected annual salary is estimated at $180,000 - $190,000 per year, based on years of demonstrated experience, representing the span of the range. The actual compensation will be formulated by the client and may vary based on factors that include, but are not limited to, the position offered, work experience, education, training, and commensurate experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Talent Xpanse and our clients is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.