Director of Enterprise Systems - Hybrid

9 Dot Education Solutions; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

9 Dot Education Solutions seeks a Director of Enterprise Systems to oversee ERP and enterprise apps, aligning technology with business goals and leading a team of systems professionals. The role emphasizes Workday integrations, data governance, security, and reporting to support strategic decisions.

You will collaborate with executives, manage vendor relationships, drive process improvement, and deliver scalable, reliable systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Business Administration or related field.
• 7–10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience managing ERP systems and enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of ERP administration, configuration, integrations, and enterprise application management.
• Experience leading complex systems environments and cross-functional business processes.
• Knowledge of data management, workflow optimization, system security, user access, and controls.
• Experience leading technology projects, system enhancements, implementations, and process improvements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including translating technical concepts into business solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with executive leadership, department heads, end users, vendors, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a systems roadmap aligned with organizational goals, priorities, and future needs.
• Oversee ERP systems and other enterprise applications to ensure optimal performance.
• Drive process improvement by partnering with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows.
• Manage Workday integrations, data flows, and system dependencies across platforms.
• Direct system implementations, upgrades, migrations, enhancements, testing, and release management.
• Establish standards for system administration, user access, data integrity, security, and change management.
• Improve system reporting, data management, and visibility to support informed decisions.
• Provide direction and development for systems administration and technical teams.
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and partners to maximize technology investments.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to improve performance and scalability.

Skills

ERP administration

Workday

System integrations

Data management

Project management

Security controls

Reporting & analytics

Vendor management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Business Administration

7–10 years of relevant professional experience

Tools

Workday

ERP software

Job description

Job Description:Drive Systems Strategy. Optimize Business Operations. Lead Enterprise Innovation.Are you an experienced systems leader who knows how to leverage technology to improve business performance and operational efficiency? We are seeking a strategic and solutions-oriented Director of Enterprise Systems to oversee our ERP platform, enterprise applications, and business systems.This is an exciting opportunity for a technology professional who understands the intersection of business operations, enterprise systems, and technology strategy. The Director of Enterprise Systems will play a critical role in ensuring our systems are reliable, scalable, integrated, and aligned with the organization's evolving business needs.The ideal candidate is both strategic and operational, with the ability to lead systems initiatives, optimize business processes, manage technical teams, and partner with stakeholders across the organization.What You'll DoLead Enterprise Systems Strategy: Develop and execute a systems roadmap aligned with organizational goals, operational priorities, and future business needs.Oversee ERP & Business Applications: Manage the administration, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of ERP systems and other enterprise applications.Drive Process Improvement: Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve efficiencies, and enhance business operations within Workday and other ERP systems and applications.Manage Systems Integrations: Oversee Workday integrations, data flows, and system dependencies to ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable information across platforms.Lead Technology Initiatives: Direct system implementations, upgrades, migrations, enhancements, testing, and release management.Ensure Systems Integrity & Security: Establish standards and controls for system administration, user access, data integrity, security, and change management.Oversee Reporting & Analytics: Improve system reporting, data management, and visibility to support informed business decisions.Lead & Develop Teams: Provide direction, coaching, and professional development for systems administration, technical support, Workday client requests and work with all related teams.Flexible for In-Person meetings: Professional Development participation required 20+ days per year as well as any client visits for in-person presentations.Manage Vendors & Partnerships: Collaborate with software vendors, consultants, and implementation partners to maximize technology investments.Champion Continuous Improvement: Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, and organizational effectiveness.Salary range: $130,000 - $175,000 - Depending on experience.What We're Looking ForWe are looking for a confident and collaborative leader with strong enterprise systems expertise and a passion for improving business processes through technology.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; alternatively, 7–10 years of relevant professional experience.Demonstrated experience managing, administering, optimizing, or implementing ERP systems and enterprise applications.Strong knowledge of ERP administration, system configuration, integrations, and enterprise application management.Experience managing complex systems environments and understanding cross-functional business processes.Knowledge of data management, workflow optimization, system security, user access, and system controls.Experience leading technology projects, system enhancements, implementations, and process improvement initiatives.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into practical business solutions.Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, department heads, end users, vendors, and external partners.Preferred Qualifications:Experience managing and developing technical, systems administration, or enterprise applications teams.Experience with Workday modules and testing.Experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, system migrations, and integrations.Background in business process improvement, operational efficiency, and enterprise technology strategy.Experience working in a fast-paced organization with evolving business and technology needs.Why Join Us?This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's technology strategy and operational success. You will have the opportunity to influence enterprise systems, improve business processes, lead strategic initiatives, and build scalable technology solutions that support continued organizational growth.If you're a strategic systems leader who enjoys solving complex business challenges, developing teams, and maximizing the value of enterprise technology, we'd love to hear from you!Apply Today!