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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, Business Systems - **Company:** Dr. Squatch, Inc. - **Location:** Marina del Rey, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Business Systems, Netsuite, Scrum Methodology, Shopify, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Boomi, Integration Frameworks - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/associate-director-business-systems-dr-squatch-8045219 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in business systems, enterprise applications, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a people management role * Deep knowledge of ERPs and integration platforms such as Celigo and Boomi * Experience owning a team roadmap and translating business needs into a prioritized plan * Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from scoping through delivery, with strong project management skills * Strong communicator who leads with clarity and keeps stakeholders informed proactively * Experience implementing or scaling help desk and ticketing processes (JIRA preferred) * Familiarity with AI tools and a point of view on how they can improve team efficiency * Highly organized with strong project management instincts, who is able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously without dropping the ball * You can get things done without perfect resources, are innovative, and work with a sense of urgency * You have high standards, take ownership of your work, and are invested in the outcome * You proactively help others, stay positive, and have a good sense of humor * You work independently, ensuring work is completed on time, regardless of the challenges that come up ## Description Dr. Squatch is looking for an Associate Director of Business Systems to lead the development, management, and optimization of our core business systems and integrations ecosystem. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring our systems align with business objectives, drive efficiencies, and scale with company growth. The Associate Director will own the team's roadmap, drive cross-functional alignment, and develop and execute strategic programs aligned with company goals and OKRs. The ideal candidate is a leader who is comfortable navigating ambiguity, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and partnering closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. This role will report to the Senior Director, Technology. This is a full-time, hybrid role with company benefits based in Marina del Rey, CA. The anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $150,000 to $175,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and local market rates. What You'll Do: * Team Leadership & Development + Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Business Systems engineers and analysts + Drive clarity across the team on priorities, ownership, and expectations + Run effective sprint planning, retrospectives, and team meetings that keep them aligned * Strategy & Roadmap + Own and maintain a 12-month roadmap for the Business Systems team, incorporating input from stakeholders across Finance, Operations, eCommerce, and Retail + Define and communicate quarterly OKRs and focus topics, ensuring alignment between team goals and company priorities + Proactively identify opportunities to improve systems, reduce manual work, and scale operations + Assess future business needs, perform cost-benefit analyses, and make recommendations for system enhancements + Stay ahead of emerging technologies, including AI and automation, and bring a point of view on where and how to apply them within the team * Systems & Integrations + Own the end-to-end health and reliability of our enterprise systems ecosystem, including platforms like NetSuite, Celigo, Boomi, Shopify, Orderful, + Ensure integrations are well-documented, monitored, and maintained, with clear escalation paths + Lead complex, cross-functional system initiatives from scoping through delivery, maintaining proactive communication with all stakeholders throughout * Operations & Accountability + Establish and maintain a structured help desk and ticketing process (JIRA) that provides visibility into request volume, response times, and delivery performance + Provide regular reporting to leadership on team performance, project status, and key metrics + Drive a culture of proactive communication, flagging risks early, following through on commitments, and closing the loop without being prompted ## Related Videos - [Building an agentic software factory: How we rebuilt product development at Pipedrive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100261-building-an-agentic-software-factory-how-we-rebuilt-product-development-at-pipedrive) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Markdown, Liquid and Checkouts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1814-wearedevelopers-live-markdown-liquid-and-checkouts) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Delete the roles, deploy the skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2104-delete-the-roles-deploy-the-skills) - [Teini - an extremely small webshop leveraging awesome and free tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/286-teini-an-extremely-small-webshop-leveraging-awesome-and-free-tech) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [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) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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