Director - Digital Manufacturing ERP Job Faribault area,Minnesota USA,IT/Tech

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Daikin Applied is seeking a talented Director, Digital Manufacturing ERP. The Director, Digital Manufacturing ERP will play a critical role to lead the digital manufacturing ERP transformation within the Digital (IT) organization, driving innovation, agility, and efficiency across manufacturing ERP areas. This position is a cornerstone of the company’s digital transformation strategy, tasked with driving efficiency, collaboration, and innovation across Configure-to-Order (CTO) and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes.

This leader will manage a team of business analysts that cover order management, materials management, inventory, work in process and warehouse management. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive ourevery endeavor!

Location: Faribault, MN – Hybrid

What you will do:

Define and execute the digital manufacturing strategy aligned with Daikin’s transformation goals and product-centric operating model
Lead and mentor business analysts in developing and delivering solutions that meet business needs and drive measurable outcomes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Digital) to ensure manufacturing processes and deliverables are integrated and aligned with enterprise platforms
Oversee the deployment and optimization of manufacturing ERP technologies including:
- ERP systems (Oracle, SAP B1, SAP S4/HANA) for Manufacturing
- Analytics platforms for actionable insights and decision support
Collaborate with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and consulting partners to define project scope, timeline, and deliverables
Develop and manage a detailed roadmap, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
Drive automation, digitization, and integration across manufacturing workflows and ERP interfaces
Enhance business stakeholder collaboration and communication through digital platforms and data transparency
Implement tools and processes that support manufacturing innovation, performance tracking, and risk mitigation
Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and user-centric design
Drive change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of digital solutions across the enterprise
Be a key leader on the digital team to support the transitioning from Oracle R12 to SAP S/4

HANA

What’s in it for you:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience in Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years in a Digital leadership role, with a focus on ERP implementations
Proven experience managing business analysts and delivering digital solutions in a global manufacturing or industrial environment working with large-scale ERP systems and transformations, specifically Oracle and/or SAP
Extensive Functional supply chain or manufacturing knowledge, ERP systems and analytics platforms
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience working within a Digital (IT) organization and driving cross-functional digital initiatives
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
In-depth knowledge of Oracle EBS R12 and/or SAP S/4

HANA, with a strong focus on Supply Chain and Manufacturing modules
Familiarity with Configure-to-Order (CTO) and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes
Understanding of Fit-Gap analysis, process mapping, and best practices in ERP design
Experience developing and executing change management strategies
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to…