Head of Enterprise Systems & IT Strategy

Workhorse; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly workplace

Job summary

Workhorse is seeking a Director, Enterprise Systems in Wixom, MI to own the full business systems framework from quote to cash. You will lead ERP toolchains (QAD, Salesforce, CPQ, PLM), manage IT and plant technology, and partner with Operations, Manufacturing and Finance.

You will drive the year-end plan, develop a 2027 roadmap, and build a high-performing team while ensuring SOX compliance and risk management across IT and OT domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in business applications and technology in discrete or automotive manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading teams across applications, infrastructure and security.
• Hands-on ownership of MRP, production orders, procure-to-pay and order-to-cash in ERP.
• Experience running infrastructure and a cybersecurity program in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with IT governance, SOX controls and vendor management.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate tech issues into financial terms.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership; on-site in Wixom, MI.

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise systems strategy and budget; lead ERP toolchain like QAD, Salesforce and CPQ.
• Manage IT, cybersecurity, data, and plant technology with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee phased hiring plan and 2027 roadmap; drive phased org growth.
• Build and lead the enterprise systems team and partner with Operations, Finance, HR.
• Deliver annual model year changes in QAD and CPQ on schedule.
• Establish master data governance and SOX-compliant controls.

Skills

Leadership

ERP implementation

IT security

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Communication

On-site availability

Project portfolio

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Accounting or equivalent

Tools

QAD

Salesforce

CPQ

PLM (3DEXPERIENCE)

ERP systems (Epicor, Plex, Infor, SAP)

Job description

Workhorse is seeking a Director, Enterprise Systems in Wixom, MI to own the full business systems framework from quote to cash. You will lead ERP toolchains (QAD, Salesforce, CPQ, PLM), manage IT and plant technology, and partner with Operations, Manufacturing and Finance.

You will drive the year-end plan, develop a 2027 roadmap, and build a high-performing team while ensuring SOX compliance and risk management across IT and OT domains.