Assoc Dir IT, ERP Technologies

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Your role at Baxter

As the Associate Director IT, HST ERP Technologies you are responsible for leading and supporting multi-functional teams in numerous areas related to HST global systems and the deployment of technology in regional manufacturing sites, warehouses and commercial offices. One of the primary responsibilities is delivering IT services based on the key ERP systems (SAP and JDE). You will partner closely with both business and IT teams to drive improved value for and efficiency for customers.

What you'll be doing

Partner closely with the plant managers, supply chain and country management

• Understand global, regional and country business objectives / strategy
• Understand key financial drivers and strategic goals for each business division and align our value creation to those goals.
• Develop and lead a business division strategy and roadmap taking into account the business plan and IT capabilities needed to meet business objectives.

Develop a team of IT professionals focused on providing support services to maintain stable operations while also bringing value with new capabilities and enhanced features.

• Lead and develop individuals ensuring robust development plans and an exciting career path
• Build a customer focused culture of innovation and waste reduction
• Drive improved business delivery and processes through more efficient IT systems
• Champion digital transformation and innovation efforts to increase service and/or profitability
• Work with related technical IT teams (Cloud, Networks & Telecoms, Operations etc) to deliver a stable IT environment for manufacturing facilities
• Ensure projects are documented and prioritized with business leaders
• Coordinate testing of systems that have been delivered
• Partner across functions (manufacturing, quality, finance etc) to ensure the solutions provided are properly vetted

Represent business divisions to deliver results

• Represent business requirements through the global governance processes
• Balance delivery of local initiatives while maintaining global standards
• Provide education, awareness and visibility between global and regional teams

Act as an SME and teacher to other members of the Operations teams and IT in support of continuous improvement, customer focus and innovation

What you'll bring

• Bachelor degree in related field required
• 10+ years of experience being responsible for an ERP team
• Ability to lead and facilitate multi-functional teams in support of critical initiatives within the business organization and IT
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor communications to a wide variety of audiences and interpersonal requirements
• Exceptional change management and listening skills, with the ability to develop strong working relationships with multiple team members
• Solid focus on delivering customer value through continuous improvement and innovative thinking
• Self-starter, with the ability to formulate creative approaches in ambiguous settings
• A dedication to foresee problems, identify risk, and develop plausible solutions
• Project Management skills with prior experience in supply chain management, IT, and/or validated systems
• Interpersonal skills with ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and deliver on commitments
• Understanding of ERP-related business processes (SAP and JD Edwards both preferred)
• Knowledge of the following areas preferred: Lean Enterprise, FDA-regulated quality systems

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a base salary range of $128,000 to $252,000 plus an annual incentive bonus, and equity target.The above range represents the expected base salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

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