Strategic IT & Marketing Tech Transformation Leader

Daikin Comfort; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Texas seeks a Senior IT leader to drive digital transformation across Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement. You will own SAP S/4HANA programs, manage a global delivery team, and partner with line-of-business leaders to align strategy with execution.

You will oversee legacy MAPICS coexistence, data migration, governance, cybersecurity, and modernization programs, while delivering measurable business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT leadership experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain functions.
• Strong experience with SAP ECC or S/4HANA, especially in Manufacturing, Procurement, and Engineering modules.
• Hands-on experience with Teamcenter PLM and PLM-ERP integrations.
• Experience supporting or transitioning from legacy ERP systems (iSeries, MAPICS, AS/400).
• Demonstrated success as a Business Relationship Manager or business-facing IT leader.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex transformation programs.
• Strong innovation mindset with practical experience applying AI, automation, and advanced analytics.
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex, matrixed, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary BRM for Manufacturing, acting as the strategic interface between business leadership and Digital & IT Applications.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement executives.
• Translate business strategies into actionable digital roadmaps, investment plans, and technology portfolios.
• Champion value realization, process optimization, and digital adoption across all supported functions.
• Represent business priorities in enterprise governance, demand management, and strategic planning forums.
• Lead Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement workstreams within the SAP S/4HANA program, ensuring alignment with global standards and future-state operating models.
• Partner with system integrators, business SMEs, and internal teams to deliver a scalable, integrated solution.
• Oversee process harmonization, data migration, testing, cutover, and hypercare for supported domains.
• Drive change management, training, and adoption across plants, engineering teams, and supply chain operations.
• Ensure S/4HANA design supports long-term innovation, automation, and AI-enabled capabilities.
• Maintain operational stability, performance, and support for iSeries MAPICS during the multi-year transition.
• Lead risk mitigation, technical debt reduction, and knowledge retention strategies.
• Ensure seamless coexistence between MAPICS and new S/4HANA components during phased rollout.
• Develop and execute the retirement roadmap for MAPICS applications and integrations.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Teamcenter PLM, including integrations with ERP, CAD, and manufacturing systems.
• Oversee MES, quality systems, shop floor applications, engineering tools, procurement platforms, and related digital capabilities.
• Ensure application reliability, cybersecurity compliance, and alignment with enterprise architecture.
• Drive modernization, simplification, and standardization across the application landscape.
• Champion the use of AI, machine learning, automation, and predictive analytics to improve manufacturing efficiency, engineering productivity, and procurement performance.
• Identify and pilot emerging technologies that enhance product development, plant operations, and supply chain resilience.
• Partner with data and analytics teams to embed intelligence into core processes (forecasting, quality, maintenance, engineering workflows).
• Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous improvement, and digital innovation.
• Lead a high-performing team of managers, analysts, architects, and technical specialists.
• Establish strong operational processes for incident management, change control, release management, and vendor oversight.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and resource planning for all supported domains.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA

MAPICS

Teamcenter PLM

BRM

Leadership

AI/Automation

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Engineering/Business

Tools

Teamcenter PLM

Job description

Ultipro in Texas seeks a Senior IT leader to drive digital transformation across Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement. You will own SAP S/4HANA programs, manage a global delivery team, and partner with line-of-business leaders to align strategy with execution.

You will oversee legacy MAPICS coexistence, data migration, governance, cybersecurity, and modernization programs, while delivering measurable business value.