Lead Plex Analyst

Description

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly engineered systems for automotive flooring, acoustical, thermal, aerodynamic and other fiber-based solutions for gas and electric vehicles. With U.S.

-based operational headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, Auria operates 16 manufacturing, 9 technical and 5 JV locations across 10 countries and employs approximately 4,900 people worldwide. We are currently searching for a Lead Plex Analyst to join our Corporate IT Business Systems Group in North America.

You’ll be at the center of how our business operates driving ERP strategy, improving global processes, and ensuring our systems empower and support our plants across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and beyond. This is more than a technical role, it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and innovate on how we use Plex within our business.

• Technical Leadership:
  • Lead ERP projects and drive successful implementations and integrations across the business.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to meet project goals while staying current on Plex updates and manufacturing technology trends.
  • Stay current with Plex feature releases, emerging technologies, and trends in manufacturing practices.
• ERP Strategy, Business Process Optimization:
  • Serve as the primary liaison between IT and business stakeholders to align Plex ERP capabilities with strategic goals.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Rockwell Plex ERP across global business units.
  • Analyze and document current business processes; identify gaps and opportunities for automation, efficiency, and further integration with other business systems.
• Specialization:
  • Provide strong expertise within Plex plus act as the expert in one or more of the following modules:
  • Financial Management
  • Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Human Capital Management (HCM)
  • Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Plex Automation & Orchestration (A&O), formerly Mach2
  • Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Asset Performance Management (APM)
  • Maintenance Management
• Support:
  • Oversee ERP system performance, user support, issue resolution, and incident management.
• Communication & Training:
  • Serve as the primary liaison between service providers, internal stakeholders, and technical teams.
  • Develop and deliver training sessions within IT, ensuring all technical teams are aligned on standardized processes and new functionality.
  • Assist business units in updating work instructions and process documentation; as needed, coordinate local language requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fertility, parental leave, and family support programs
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and income protection coverage
• A supportive work environment focused on work-life balance

• Extensive experience working with Plex ERP (Quality Module experience highly preferred)
• Strong background in ERP implementation and support in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to collaborate across technical and business teams
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

• Role can be based at any North America plant, depending on candidate location
• Travel required (primarily within the U.S. and Mexico) to support implementation

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, finance, and HR functions.
• Previous experience migrating ERP systems in a global manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of how to apply IT best practices, to include change management, disaster recovery planning, and others.
• Hands-on experience with visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Ignition, or similar).