Director - ERP Delivery & Operations (FICO)

Your Responsibilities:

Guide, develop, and mentor a diverse, high-performing, globally distributed team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Own the end-to-end delivery and operational support for the ERP FICO portfolio, managing intake, prioritization, and release management in close partnership with Product Managers and business leaders.

Drive the streamlining and maturation of key IT processes, including change and release management, while ensuring unwavering adherence to regulatory compliance standards (SOX,GxP) and IT General Controls (ITGC).

Build strong, collaborative relationships with business stakeholders and internal technology leaders to ensure strategic alignment, manage expectations, and serve as the primary escalation point for delivery issues.

Define and execute the team's continuous improvement strategy, including vendor oversight and resourcing plans, to build team capacity and capabilities for future demands.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, ora relatedfield.

Experience: A minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, with at least 4 years ina leadershipcapacity managing technical teams.

Top 2 skills: Proven experience in the delivery and support of large-scale ERP solutions (e.g., SAP, Oracle) within core finance domains; anddemonstratedability to lead, coach, and develop a global team of technical professionals.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

Direct experience implementing or supporting SAP S/4HANA.

Experience guiding technical teams in a product-aligned IT organization, particularly guiding a team's transition from traditional project-based (waterfall) methods to a product-centric model.

Proven experience maturing IT processes in a post-separation or startup environment, particularly in change, release, and problem management.

Deep familiarity with operating in a regulated environment with strict SOX andGxPcompliance requirements.

Exceptional ability to build relationships and influence across complex, matrixed organizations.

Additional Information:

Travel: Occasional travel, up to 20% annually, may berequired.

Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

Don'tmeet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to applytojobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role butdon'tnecessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

Multiple relocation packages

Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)

8-week parental leave

9 Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus offering

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6% 401K matching

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