Senior Manager, ERP

Position Overview We are looking for a Senior Manager, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to lead the strategy, delivery, support, governance, and continuous improvement of Calian’s ERP and HRIS ecosystem, including SAP, SuccessFactors, Concur, integrations, and related enterprise applications.

This role will play a key part in evolving the ERP function from a primarily support-focused organization into a strategic business partner that drives transformation, process improvement, modernization, and organizational growth. The successful candidate will build strong partnerships across the business, translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, and ensure enterprise systems continue to support operational excellence and business objectives.

The Senior Manager, ERP will lead internal teams and external partners while supporting enterprise initiatives, business integrations, and continuous improvement efforts across Finance, HR, Procurement, Operations, Manufacturing, and Corporate Services.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to align ERP and HRIS initiatives with organizational objectives and measurable business outcomes
• Develop and maintain the ERP and HRIS technology roadmap and operating model
• Translate strategic business priorities into executable plans and initiatives
• Lead transformation, modernization, process improvement, and business optimization efforts
• Drive stakeholder engagement and build trusted relationships across the organization
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and business integration activities from an enterprise applications perspective
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, standards, controls, and best practices
• Lead project portfolios, including upgrades, implementations, enhancements, integrations, and innovation initiatives
• Oversee service availability, application support, incident management, change management, release management, and continuous improvement activities
• Monitor performance, security, compliance, adoption, and business outcomes across enterprise platforms
• Lead change management, communication, training, and adoption activities in partnership with business stakeholders
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across Finance, HR, Procurement, Operations, Manufacturing, Sales, and Corporate Services
• Manage strategic vendor and partner relationships, contracts, licensing, and service commitments
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Cyber Security, Internal Audit, Finance, and Risk Management teams to support security, compliance, and business continuity requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
• Master’s degree considered an asset
• Progressive experience in enterprise applications, ERP and HRIS systems, or business systems leadership
• People leadership experience leading and developing teams
• Experience leading complex ERP environments, including implementations, upgrades, migrations, and transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of business processes and enterprise operations
• Experience supporting Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations through enterprise systems
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization
• Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and communication skills
• Experience managing third-party vendors, implementation partners, and service providers
• Ability to translate business strategy into tactical execution plans
• Experience supporting organizational transformation, modernization, or business integration activities
• Accounting, finance, or CPA-related experience is considered an asset
• SAP experience is preferred
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and integrations is considered an asset

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Strong executive presence and ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and stakeholders
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with regular onsite attendance
• Preference will be given to candidates located in the Ottawa area
• Exceptional candidates outside Ottawa may be considered

Compensation $130,000 to $150,000

Position Type

We have 1 available position.

Perks And Benefits

• Competitive, company-paid benefits
• Generous time off package
• Stock purchase plan
• RRSP program
• Flexible work hours for eligible roles
• Programs to support employee health and well-being