Director, ERP, Finance Tech

The Director, ERP, Finance Tech is a senior technology leader responsible for the strategy, delivery, and optimization of enterprise finance systems, with a strong emphasis on ERP platforms that enable scalable, compliant, and efficient financial operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting DePuy Synthes’ transformation and separation journey, ensuring finance technology capabilities are robust, future-ready, and aligned to business priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape global finance technology strategy, lead high-performing teams, and partner closely with Finance, IT, and business leaders to deliver measurable business value through modern ERP solutions., * Define and execute the ERP and Finance Technology strategy, aligned with enterprise and Finance objectives.

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of ERP finance modules (e.g., record-to-report, order-to-cash, procure-to-pay) and datahub.
• Provide people leadership for multi-disciplinary technology teams, including talent development, performance management, and succession planning.
• Partner with Finance leadership to translate business requirements into scalable, compliant technology solutions.
• Oversee program and portfolio management for finance technology initiatives, including budget, timelines, and risk management.
• Ensure ERP solutions comply with financial controls, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards.
• Manage relationships with system integrators and technology vendors, ensuring value delivery and service quality.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in finance processes through automation, standardization, and data-driven insights., Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes., Budget Management, Business Savvy, Corporate Finance, Data Quality, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Inclusive Leadership, Internal Controls, Leadership, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance, Succession Planning, Tactical Planning, Vendor Management

• Bachelor’s degree required in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• 10-12 years of progressive experience in enterprise technology roles supporting SAP Finance, including ERP transformations at scale.
• Strong people-leader experience, managing managers and senior professionals.
• Deep understanding of finance processes, controls, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior stakeholders and translate strategy into execution.

Preferred:

• Experience with SAP CFIN, SAP S/4HANA and BW/4HANA
• Background supporting business separations, integrations, or large-scale transformations.
• Experience in MedTech, Life Sciences, or regulated industries.
• Strong change leadership and organizational transformation capabilities.
• Proven experience leading large, complex ERP implementations or transformations.

Other:

• Language: English required.
• Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international travel.
• Certifications: SAP, PMP, or ITIL certifications preferred.

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