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Lead the Charge for End-to-End ERP Implementation, Broaden Your IT Expertise & Advance Your Career within Cutting-Edge Global Supply Chain Environment

If you have the technical expertise and track record of driving successful ERP implementations (ideally with MS Dynamics 365/AX or other Tier 1 ERP) across a global organization, this is a game-changing opportunity and here’s why: Quick question for you - click here Implus fosters a culture where passionate, creative people come together in a high-performing workplace to make a difference. Headquartered in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, Implus is an innovative footwear, athletic, and outdoor accessories provider, with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. Implus' brand family includes Sof Sole, Yaktrax, apara, airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect Fitness, Balega, Penguin, DryGuy, FitDeck, Spenco, Force Field, and FuelBelt. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus' products are sold in over 75,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide. Every day is full of opportunities to have a meaningful, tangible impact and to innovate by bringing creativity to life.

The Requirements

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for this opportunity, you will have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science or similar discipline; MBA is a plus
  • 10+ years of experience with ERP systems (such as Microsoft Dynamics 365/AX, SAP ERP, or Oracle E-business Suite) Quick question for you - click here
  • Leadership savvy to recruit and manage/mentor a team of IT professionals
  • Strong knowledge of effective business requirements practices and implementation methodologies
  • Superior analytics, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with diverse internal & external stakeholders, ranging from shop floor personnel to executive management
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically with a proven track record in aligning and driving project and revenue goals
  • Self-initiative to achieve or exceed performance results, setting clear goals and meeting expectations
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize issues in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • A passion for improving processes and a commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Ability to travel (around 10%) 
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
  • Experience with M&A transactions specific to IT related activities is desirable
  • Experience with EDI and managing application integrations is a plus
  • Prior management consulting experience is a plus

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will be responsible for driving and building out our Global Business Systems team of 10+ members to support our applications. You’ll interact with cross-functional teams across the organization, ranging from Sales, Engineering and Account Management to Operations and Finance in a multi-cultural global environment, positioning yourself as a credible subject matter expert who can interpret diverse user communities’ needs and translate these into application requirements.
 
We’re in the early stages of our Dynamics 365/AX implementation so initially your key focus is to really understand our business and drive a successful implementation. Once it’s live, you and your team will work on continued roll-outs, customizations and deployment to other regions of the world. Specifically, your responsibilities will be to:  
  • Manage team to ensure system processes are aligned with best practices and global business requirements.
  • Manage business analyst and developers to ensure successful completion of ERP systems implementations, supporting project schedules, and resource planning.
  • Challenge business analysts and functional business representative to continually strive to improve business process by identifying areas for improvement, supporting process re-engineering projects, recommending efficient ERP processes, and implementing changes as needed.
  • Look for opportunities for cost reductions within the IS/IT organization, and within the functional areas of Implus.
  • Develop plan for global support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Enterprise and ensure other ERP-related applications are deployed globally.
  • Manage team to ensure support levels are maintained for the ERP system user communities.
  • Coordinate and encourage business analysts to collaborate with Implus  IS/IT resources.
  • Serve as liaison between Implus and Microsoft support organization as it relates to all components of the ERP system.
  • Collaborate with representatives from the various organizations to ensure all system design requirements adequately meet the business requirements.
  • Manage the process of translating end users’ general requirements into system specifications.
  • Identify and document requirements for application configuration, implementation, and training.
  • Managing the development of test plans and training documentation that is relevant to the business processes.
  • Plan and manage system testing required for software upgrades and in functionality implementation.
  • Plan and manage user training as it applies to ERP implementations.
  • Work with remote team members, outsourced resources, and users to effectively complete tasks.
  • Understand our business to further develop/customize projects and drive continuous improvements.

Why Implus

Clean slate to drive newly implemented ERP system: You’ll not only be leading the charge for this new implementation but also driving continuous roll-outs, customizations to ensure that it meets our growth objectives. This system touches all parts of our organization and will keep you engaged for years to come while gaining cross-functional exposure to every aspect of the business.

Career growth: While this role offers rewards and challenges to keep you interested for a long time to come, you also could choose to pursue multiple advancement opportunities; and our on-going expansion initiatives will continue to create further opportunities for proven performers.

Positive company culture: Our culture is how we work together to serve our customers and grow. Our values foster an energized team environment, build on our strengths, promote innovation, and encourage accountability, commitment, and teamwork. Our philosophy is people over process. We strive to provide an environment that promotes entrepreneurialism, along with fun, healthy competition, and global partnerships. We believe in giving back to our communities and society.

A work environment that keeps employees in mind: We want our employees to enjoy coming to work every day. That's why we offer a casual environment where you can wear jeans and t-shirts every day. We also have an onsite fitness center, and off-site employer-sponsored events that allow you to engage with other employees, have fun and relax.

Excellent compensation: In addition to a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and PTO, great group health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, life, short- and long-term disability) mostly beginning the first day of the month following your date of hire, a 401(k) plan starting from day one and a company match of up to 6% that begins just 90 days after hire, and more.

Keys to Success

Pivotal to your success is your technical horsepower and leadership to mentor your team and galvanize them towards a shared vision. You will lead by example and proactively establish credibility by recommending solutions to optimize the business. You'll take a proactive approach to transcending your day-to-day initiatives, relentlessly driving improvements to boost customer satisfaction and adding the type of value that will push us to the next level.  Other facets of success include:

Flexibility: This is a multifunctional role and you’ll be able to manage projects in various stages of completion and drive them each to resolution while remaining adaptive and ready to shift priorities as the need arises. You’ll also create momentum for your projects by engaging all the key contributors and keeping them on-task with their deliverables.

Forward thinking: You’ll need to be creative and think outside the box to solve problems creatively as you proactively control situations ahead of time--rather than simply reacting to them--and bring new and innovative ideas to the table to ensure we stay on the leading edge in offering quality solutions.

Life-long Learner: Keeping a pulse on emerging best-in-class technologies, you’ll maintain a life-long learner approach to staying abreast of technology trends to ensure that we stay ahead of the curve.

Lead the Charge for End-to-End ERP Implementation, Broaden Your IT Expertise & Advance Your Career within Cutting-Edge Global Supply Chain Environment

If you have the technical expertise and track record of driving successful ERP implementations (ideally with MS Dynamics 365/AX or other Tier 1 ERP) across a global organization, this is a game-changing opportunity and here’s why: Quick question for you - click here Implus fosters a culture where passionate, creative people come together in a high-performing workplace to make a difference. Headquartered in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, Implus is an innovative footwear, athletic, and outdoor accessories provider, with locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, and South Africa. Implus' brand family includes Sof Sole, Yaktrax, apara, airplus, Sneaker Balls, Sof Comfort, Little Hotties, Harbinger, TriggerPoint, Perfect Fitness, Balega, Penguin, DryGuy, FitDeck, Spenco, Force Field, and FuelBelt. From insoles, socks, and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories, Implus' products are sold in over 75,000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide. Every day is full of opportunities to have a meaningful, tangible impact and to innovate by bringing creativity to life.

The Requirements

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for this opportunity, you will have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science or similar discipline; MBA is a plus
  • 10+ years of experience with ERP systems (such as Microsoft Dynamics 365/AX, SAP ERP, or Oracle E-business Suite) Quick question for you - click here
  • Leadership savvy to recruit and manage/mentor a team of IT professionals
  • Strong knowledge of effective business requirements practices and implementation methodologies
  • Superior analytics, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with diverse internal & external stakeholders, ranging from shop floor personnel to executive management
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically with a proven track record in aligning and driving project and revenue goals
  • Self-initiative to achieve or exceed performance results, setting clear goals and meeting expectations
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize issues in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • A passion for improving processes and a commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Ability to travel (around 10%) 
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
  • Experience with M&A transactions specific to IT related activities is desirable
  • Experience with EDI and managing application integrations is a plus
  • Prior management consulting experience is a plus

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will be responsible for driving and building out our Global Business Systems team of 10+ members to support our applications. You’ll interact with cross-functional teams across the organization, ranging from Sales, Engineering and Account Management to Operations and Finance in a multi-cultural global environment, positioning yourself as a credible subject matter expert who can interpret diverse user communities’ needs and translate these into application requirements.
 
We’re in the early stages of our Dynamics 365/AX implementation so initially your key focus is to really understand our business and drive a successful implementation. Once it’s live, you and your team will work on continued roll-outs, customizations and deployment to other regions of the world. Specifically, your responsibilities will be to:  
  • Manage team to ensure system processes are aligned with best practices and global business requirements.
  • Manage business analyst and developers to ensure successful completion of ERP systems implementations, supporting project schedules, and resource planning.
  • Challenge business analysts and functional business representative to continually strive to improve business process by identifying areas for improvement, supporting process re-engineering projects, recommending efficient ERP processes, and implementing changes as needed.
  • Look for opportunities for cost reductions within the IS/IT organization, and within the functional areas of Implus.
  • Develop plan for global support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Enterprise and ensure other ERP-related applications are deployed globally.
  • Manage team to ensure support levels are maintained for the ERP system user communities.
  • Coordinate and encourage business analysts to collaborate with Implus  IS/IT resources.
  • Serve as liaison between Implus and Microsoft support organization as it relates to all components of the ERP system.
  • Collaborate with representatives from the various organizations to ensure all system design requirements adequately meet the business requirements.
  • Manage the process of translating end users’ general requirements into system specifications.
  • Identify and document requirements for application configuration, implementation, and training.
  • Managing the development of test plans and training documentation that is relevant to the business processes.
  • Plan and manage system testing required for software upgrades and in functionality implementation.
  • Plan and manage user training as it applies to ERP implementations.
  • Work with remote team members, outsourced resources, and users to effectively complete tasks.
  • Understand our business to further develop/customize projects and drive continuous improvements.

Why Implus

Clean slate to drive newly implemented ERP system: You’ll not only be leading the charge for this new implementation but also driving continuous roll-outs, customizations to ensure that it meets our growth objectives. This system touches all parts of our organization and will keep you engaged for years to come while gaining cross-functional exposure to every aspect of the business.

Career growth: While this role offers rewards and challenges to keep you interested for a long time to come, you also could choose to pursue multiple advancement opportunities; and our on-going expansion initiatives will continue to create further opportunities for proven performers.

Positive company culture: Our culture is how we work together to serve our customers and grow. Our values foster an energized team environment, build on our strengths, promote innovation, and encourage accountability, commitment, and teamwork. Our philosophy is people over process. We strive to provide an environment that promotes entrepreneurialism, along with fun, healthy competition, and global partnerships. We believe in giving back to our communities and society.

A work environment that keeps employees in mind: We want our employees to enjoy coming to work every day. That's why we offer a casual environment where you can wear jeans and t-shirts every day. We also have an onsite fitness center, and off-site employer-sponsored events that allow you to engage with other employees, have fun and relax.

Excellent compensation: In addition to a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and PTO, great group health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, life, short- and long-term disability) mostly beginning the first day of the month following your date of hire, a 401(k) plan starting from day one and a company match of up to 6% that begins just 90 days after hire, and more.

Keys to Success

Pivotal to your success is your technical horsepower and leadership to mentor your team and galvanize them towards a shared vision. You will lead by example and proactively establish credibility by recommending solutions to optimize the business. You'll take a proactive approach to transcending your day-to-day initiatives, relentlessly driving improvements to boost customer satisfaction and adding the type of value that will push us to the next level.  Other facets of success include:

Flexibility: This is a multifunctional role and you’ll be able to manage projects in various stages of completion and drive them each to resolution while remaining adaptive and ready to shift priorities as the need arises. You’ll also create momentum for your projects by engaging all the key contributors and keeping them on-task with their deliverables.

Forward thinking: You’ll need to be creative and think outside the box to solve problems creatively as you proactively control situations ahead of time--rather than simply reacting to them--and bring new and innovative ideas to the table to ensure we stay on the leading edge in offering quality solutions.

Life-long Learner: Keeping a pulse on emerging best-in-class technologies, you’ll maintain a life-long learner approach to staying abreast of technology trends to ensure that we stay ahead of the curve.

Implus LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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