Manager, ERP

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

A.P. Moller - Maersk in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a PeopleSoft ERP Manager to supervise and maintain the PeopleSoft application. The role includes evaluating new applications, managing enhancements, and leading a technical team.

Ideal candidates will have a four-year degree and six years of PeopleSoft experience or twelve years without a degree. Strong knowledge in PeopleSoft disciplines and excellent project management skills are essential along with a customer-service orientation.

Company benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree with six years PeopleSoft ERP experience or twelve years without a degree.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively.
• Proven experience in managing application deployment and enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, install, configure, and deploy new PeopleSoft applications.
• Manage projects to ensure they meet business requirements.
• Develop training and documentation for end users.

Skills

Leading staff and cross-functional teams

Overseeing PeopleSoft enhancements and upgrades

Functional expertise in PeopleSoft disciplines

Knowledge of PeopleSoft architecture and database organization

Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and business tools

Project management skills

Strong customer-service orientation

Education

Four-year college degree from an accredited institution

Tools

PeopleSoft

SQL

Excel

Crystal

Job description

The PeopleSoft ERP Manager’s role is to supervise and maintain the organization’s PeopleSoft application through best practices and the appropriate staffing and management of a technical team. The PeopleSoft ERP Manager is also responsible for planning and coordinating the processes required for the provision of the PeopleSoft application, interfaces and sub‑systems. This individual will apply proven communication and problem‑solving skills to guide and assist the user group on issues related to the design, development, and deployment of mission‑critical information and software systems.

The PeopleSoft ERP Manager also functions as a hands‑on Project Manager and analyst as needed to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluating, installing, configuring, and deploying new applications, system interfaces, products, and enhancements to the existing PeopleSoft application.
• Analyzing documentation and technical specifications of application upgrades/enhancements under deployment or consideration to determine their intended functionality.
• Managing the development and deployment of new PeopleSoft enhancements, upgrades, interfaces and related systems.
• Ensuring that development projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfill end‑user requirements, and identify and resolve systems issues.
• Leading and managing the performance of the application team and external resources in support of business operations.
• Liaising with network administrators and software engineers to assist with quality assurance, program logic, and data processing.
• Reviewing and analyzing existing applications’ effectiveness and efficiency and then developing strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
• Developing and communicating training and documentation for end users, holding clinics as necessary, and other user‑related activities.
• Supporting commitment to safety and other selected company standards and certifications.
• Performing other position‑related duties as specified by management.

Position Specifications

Education and Experience

• Four‑year college degree with six years PeopleSoft ERP experience (must be from an accredited institution) or twelve years PeopleSoft ERP experience without a college degree.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

• Demonstrated ability in leading staff and cross‑functional teams.
• Proven experience in overseeing or leading the design, development, and implementation of major PeopleSoft enhancements and/or upgrades.
• Strong functional expertise in at least 3 PeopleSoft disciplines.
• Working knowledge of the PeopleSoft architecture and database organization.
• Thorough understanding of Excel, Query, Crystal, SQL and other business tools.
• Proven experience in the operation and analysis of database, hardware, software, and standards, and data retrieval methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies.
• Strong customer‑service orientation.
• Good project management skills and/or substantial exposure to project‑based work structures.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$103,000 - $145,000*

The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.