IT Director, ERP Solution CoE

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of ERP across a global organisation. You will lead our ERP Solution Centre of Excellence, helping Smith+Nephew optimise today’s platforms while preparing for the strategic transition to SAP S/4HANA.
Please note that this role is being advertised in anticipation of an immediately upcoming opportunity.
What will you be doing?
As our ERP Solution CoE Leader, you will set the direction for ERP strategy, business process architecture, solution governance and functional delivery across the enterprise.
You will work closely with business process owners and senior technology leaders to simplify and harmonise end to end processes, translate business priorities into integrated solution roadmaps and establish global standards that deliver sustainable value.
Leading a global team of SAP and Axapta functional consultants, solution architects and domain experts, you will build the capabilities, partnerships and governance needed for long term success. You will also lead the ERP Functional Design Authority, guide investment and design decisions, and ensure that solutions align with architecture, security, data, integration, controls, validation and regulatory standards.
As a trusted adviser to senior business and IT stakeholders, you will bring clarity to complex choices, resolve competing priorities and help the organisation use automation, analytics, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to support transformation and growth.
What will you need to be successful?
Success in this role will come from combining deep ERP expertise with strong commercial judgement, inclusive leadership and the ability to turn enterprise strategy into practical outcomes.
More than 15 years of IT and ERP experience, ideally within MedTech or a related industry, including significant experience in SAP functional, solution or business process leadership
Experience leading SAP programmes, portfolios or Centres of Excellence, with participation in at least two complete ERP implementations or transformation programmes. SAP S/4HANA transformation experience is preferred.
Broad knowledge across SAP domains which could include: Sales and Distribution, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics and Finance, supported by a strong understanding of architecture, governance, security and regulatory frameworks
A proven ability to lead global teams, develop talent, manage strategic partners and influence senior stakeholders on investment priorities, risks and enterprise wide decisions
Location: Pune or Bangalore - India
You. Unlimited.
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Your Future: Major medical coverage + policy exclusions and insurance non-medical limit. Educational Assistance.
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Privilege Leave, Floater Leave. and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport Facility for all employees; One-Time Meal provided to all employees as per shift. Night shift allowances.
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