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You will be updated with latest job alerts via email$ 168000 - 252000
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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly capable and hands-on Director of Business Systems & ERP to lead and actively drive the delivery architecture and support of all business-critical applications. This role will serve as the senior D365 ERP architect and be deeply involved in system design integration and optimization efforts. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with technical depth especially in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing-focused environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
ERP and Application Ownership:
Act as the lead architect and product owner for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations including ongoing design configuration enhancements and issue resolution.
Partner with business users and process owners to translate needs into system capabilities and hands-on solutions.
Lead ERP-related workshops fit-gap analysis testing data migration and deployment activities.
Build and maintain integrations between D365 and other systems (e.g. CRM LIMS MES QMS lab and plant systems).
Execution & Delivery:
Manage and troubleshoot application issues lead solution design and guide development and configuration efforts.
Own application support enhancements and upgradesensuring stable compliant operations across all business functions.
Partner closely with internal developers and external vendors to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Team Leadership & Project Management:
Lead a small agile internal team and manage partner resources to execute key projects and support needs.
Drive application roadmaps implementation plans and global rollout strategiesespecially for D365 F&O.
Provide hands-on guidance to ensure application standards security and compliance are maintained.
Business Engagement:
Serve as a trusted advisor to functional leaders in supply chain manufacturing finance and R&D.
Regularly engage with end users to gather feedback identify pain points and deliver practical improvements quickly.
Facilitate training documentation and change management to support adoption of new features and system capabilities.
Compliance & Governance:
Ensure ERP and related systems meet global compliance requirements (e.g. FDA GxP REACH ISO).
Lead master data governance access control and audit readiness within D365 and connected platforms.
Education & Experience
Education:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Systems Engineering or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise applications with at least 5 years of direct experience with Dynamics 365 F&O.
Experience in the chemical pharmaceutical or manufacturing sector strongly preferred.
Proven success in hands-on delivery and support of complex integrated ERP environments.
Knowledge Skills & Talents
Deep knowledge of Microsoft D365 Finance & Operations architecture data model and functional areas.
Comfortable digging into configurations managing extensions/customizations and troubleshooting performance or data issues.
Skilled in managing integrations via Power Platform Logic Apps or Azure services.
Strong communication skills and ability to work across time zones and functions.
Practical understanding of compliance (FDA GxP ISO) MRP batch processing and manufacturing workflows.
Working Conditions
Ability to travel globally
Pay and Benefits
The estimated base pay range for this position is: $168000 - $252000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on education certifications experience qualifications skills and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program.
Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including:
Medical HSA dental vision
FSA (limited purpose dependent care and commuter/parking)
Life and AD&D insurance
Accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
Short- and long-term disability
EAP identity theft protection
Paid time off Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other protected category.
About Vantage
Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils fats and their derivatives Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care food surface treatment agriculture pharma and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield IL. operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.
We are a dynamic people-centered organization where youll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity we learn from each other to constantly improve adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. Were convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition development learning excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly we know youre going to like it here. For more information visit: or LinkedIn/vantage.
Required Experience:
Director
Full-Time