Director of ERP Systems
| Company | Silgan |
|---|---|
| Location | Grandview, MO, USA, Chesterfield, MO, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information systems
- Minimum of 7 years of experience overseeing ERP operations, systems, or teams
- Hands on experience in ERP infrastructure, strategic planning, project execution, and systems governance
- Technical expertise in enterprise level technologies, including Kronos, Microsoft Windows, IBM AS400, JDE EnterpriseOne, Windows Server, Microsoft Office Suite, and other Silgan-specific or integrated ERP applications
- Proficiency in systems design and lifecycle development, from evaluating business requirements to operational oversight
- Strong knowledge of business operations, financial management, and core business process workflows
- Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements related to ERP systems
- Experience working within manufacturing environments and knowledge of relevant production systems
- Ability to guide teams, influence outcomes, and drive ERP performance and process improvements
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of Silgan Containers’ enterprise resource planning ERP department
- Design and deploy long term strategic plans to enable efficient, cost effective enterprise wide information processing and communication technologies
- Oversee operational and strategic planning for the ERP function, including business requirements gathering, project planning, and effective resource allocation
- Prepare, track, and manage annual capital and expense budgets for ERP initiatives
- Assess, negotiate, and manage purchases for enterprise software, hardware, and related services
- Establish and communicate project milestones, service level contracts, and resource allocation plans with executive stakeholders, department teams, technical staff, and system users
- Create, review, and monitor ERP budgets across departmental divisions to align with defined targets and organizational goals
- Guide research and selection of ERP technologies and implementations aligned with enterprise initiatives and procurement activities
- Create and maintain policies and procedures related to ERP systems architecture, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, software standards, purchasing, and service
- Direct ERP team operations including talent selection, scheduling, training, performance feedback, and alignment with department priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in a technology program or an MBA with a strong technology emphasis is preferred