Director of Manufacturing ERP & Business Systems

Kensington International Executive Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Kensington International Executive Search is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Business Systems for a growing multi-site manufacturing company in the Chicago area. You will lead the ERP platform, broader IT operations, and business systems, collaborating with plant operations and executive leadership to drive performance and data integrity.

Ideal candidates balance hands-on ERP expertise with strategic leadership, partner with external vendors, and stay closely aligned with day-to-day

Qualifications

• Strong, hands-on experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• An understanding of manufacturing operations and the relationship between systems, processes, and business performance.
• Experience improving ERP functionality, supporting users, and leading systems implementations or enhancements.
• The ability to communicate effectively with plant employees, functional managers, and senior leadership.
• Experience leading people, projects, or external technology partners.
• A practical, service-oriented approach with a willingness to remain close to day‑to‑day operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing support, improvement, and adoption of manufacturing ERP and related business systems.
• Work directly with plant personnel and functional leaders to identify problems and implement practical solutions.
• Improve processes involving production, inventory, purchasing, costing, and reporting.
• Lead ERP and business systems integration activities associated with acquisitions.
• Support consistent systems and operating practices across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Manage internal technology resources and coordinate external service providers.
• Provide oversight of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and other essential technology services.

Skills

ERP systems

Manufacturing operations

IT leadership

Acquisitions integration

Team leadership

Job description

Kensington International Executive Search is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Business Systems for a growing multi-site manufacturing company in the Chicago area. You will lead the ERP platform, broader IT operations, and business systems, collaborating with plant operations and executive leadership to drive performance and data integrity.

Ideal candidates balance hands-on ERP expertise with strategic leadership, partner with external vendors, and stay closely aligned with day-to-day