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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Vice President, Enterprise Applications - **Company:** Koppers Inc. - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Integrity, Machine Learning, Oracle (Applications), Release Management, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Netsuite Erp, Information Technology, Data Management, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://koppers.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Koppers/job/Pittsburgh-PA/Vice-President--Enterprise-Applications_REQ03093 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related discipline. MBA or equivalent preferred * 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise applications, ERP, and business technology transformation. * Proven experience leading large-scale, global enterprise application organizations. Manufacturing, industrial, specialty chemical, or other asset-intensive experience preferred. * Demonstrated leadership of at least one full lifecycle Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP implementation from strategy, design, and deployment through successful go-live and stabilization. Global ERP transformations exceeding $10 million in project value preferred. * Deep expertise across Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Procurement, Manufacturing, Projects, and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM). * Strong understanding of enterprise integrations, data management, analytics, governance, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and digital transformation practices. * Experience establishing, managing, and optimizing a Managed Service Provider (MSP) relationship supporting Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, including application support, enhancements, release management, and service-level governance preferred. * Experience managing large budgets, global teams, and complex technology vendor relationships, preferably throughout ERP transformation programs. * Experience leveraging AI, machine learning, robotic process automation (RPA), and advanced analytics to improve business performance preferred. * Strong communication, leadership, and organizational change management skills. ## Description Strategic Leadership * Develop and execute a multi-year enterprise applications strategy aligned with corporate objectives and digital transformation initiatives. * Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology-enabled business transformation opportunities. * Establish enterprise application governance, portfolio management, and prioritization processes to ensure investments deliver measurable business value. * Drive standardization, simplification, and optimization of enterprise business processes. Oracle Fusion ERP Leadership * Provide strategic leadership for Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and related applications. * Lead ERP transformation initiatives, including implementation, enhancement, optimization, and post-go-live stabilization activities. * Ensure Oracle Cloud capabilities are fully leveraged to improve operational efficiency, financial performance, reporting, compliance, and user experience. * Oversee ERP roadmap planning, release management, system upgrades, and adoption of emerging Oracle technologies and innovations. Business Partnership & Transformation * Partner with Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales, and Operations leaders to identify opportunities to improve processes and organizational effectiveness. * Lead enterprise-wide process transformation initiatives supported by modern cloud technologies, automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics. * Champion data integrity, business intelligence, and enterprise reporting capabilities that support informed decision-making. Operational Excellence * Oversee application support, service delivery, system performance, availability, and user satisfaction across all enterprise platforms. * Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, audit, and regulatory requirements. * Manage budgets, vendor contracts, licensing, and resource allocation to maximize ROI.. ## Related Videos - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [From Global Capability Centers to AI-Powered Command Centers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100096-from-global-capability-centers-to-ai-powered-command-centers) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)