Global ERP Manager

Enpro; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Enpro is seeking an ERP Applications Manager in Charlotte, NC to lead a high-performing ERP team responsible for the operation and implementation of ERP systems. This role will bridge IT and business, drive strategic roadmaps, and oversee complex ERP projects across multiple functions.

You will manage a team, ensure system availability and security, and collaborate with business leaders to deliver solutions that meet requirements while aligning with Sarbanes-Oxley controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in ERP systems and business process management, including leadership roles in cross-functional environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of successful “greenfield” and end-to-end ERP implementations
• Proven experience of establishing and developing an ERP implementation and support team
• Experience in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. Expertise in IFS ERP implementations preferred.
• Strong understanding of data governance, master data management, and data quality frameworks.
• Experience leading digital transformation and business process improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management capabilities include budgeting, resource planning, and risk mitigation.
• Willingness and ability to travel globally up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Execute the ERP applications strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead ERP implementation projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Manage the ERP applications team, including recruitment, development, and performance management.
• Develops a strong process-oriented business analyst team that connects well with their business partners and defines solutions that strongly meet their requirements.
• Ensure ERP systems are available, secure, and performing optimally.
• In collaboration with other business managers, lead discussions with cross-functional managers to determine appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and support to users and stakeholders across the enterprise.
• Develops, implements and optimizes controls and processes to meet the compliant requirements associated with Sarbanes Oxley.
• Responsible for all technical & functional aspects of the ERP systems within Enpro in addition to surrounding integrated applications.
• Some of the key functions include Commercial Excellence, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Logistics.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to guide ERP evolution.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance ERP efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

ERP project leadership

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Cross-functional collaboration

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

IFS

Job description

The ERP Applications Manager Leads and coordinates functional and technical aspects of Enpro’s IFS ERP landscape. This role is responsible for managing and developing a high-performing ERP team focused on the operation and implementation of ERP systems. In addition, this role is responsible for creating a strong connection between IT and the business.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Execute the ERP applications strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead ERP implementation projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Manage the ERP applications team, including recruitment, development, and performance management.
• Develops a strong process-oriented business analyst team that connects well with their business partners and defines solutions that strongly meet their requirements
• Ensure ERP systems are available, secure, and performing optimally.
• In collaboration with other business managers, lead discussions with cross-functional managers to determine appropriate solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and support to users and stakeholders across the enterprise.
• Develops, implements and optimizes controls and processes to meet the compliant requirements associated with Sarbanes Oxley
• Responsible for all technical & functional aspects of the ERP systems within Enpro in addition to surrounding integrated applications. Some of the key functions include Commercial Excellence, Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Logistics
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to guide ERP evolution.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance ERP efficiency and effectiveness.

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in ERP systems and business process management, including leadership roles in cross-functional environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of successful “greenfield” and end 2 end ERP implementations
• Proven experience of establishing and developing an ERP implementation and support team
• Experience in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. Expertise in IFS ERP implementations preferred.
• Strong understanding of data technologies.
• Knowledge of data governance, master data management, and data quality frameworks.
• Experience leading digital transformation and business process improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management capabilities include budgeting, resource planning, and risk mitigation.
• Willingness and ability to travel globally up to 50%.

EEO and Culture Statement:

Enpro is a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products and Advanced Surface Technologies.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.