IT Director, Business Relationships Manager (Finance, Human Resources, and Legal)

HNI Corporation
United States, Iowa, Davenport
Jan 22, 2025
Description Position at HNI Corporation HNI Corporationis a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. Wepride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging. Reporting to the Vice President, Business Transformation & ERP, theIT Director, Business Relationships Manager leads and oversees the development, implementation, and optimization of ERP system applications supporting Finance, HR, and Legal functions. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of ERP systems, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to align technology solutions with business objectives. This role will manage teams of product managers and partner cross-functional teams and leadership to deliver innovative, efficient, and scalable solutions that enhance organizational productivity and compliance. Working at HNI This role is a leader in the IT department within HNI with direct reports including individual contributors as well as managers of small teams. It is a partner to multiple areas of the business and represents the Corporate ERP Applications team and its products in high-level strategic and planning discussions with company leadership. Thus, this position requires regular onsite presence at our locations in Muscatine, IA - we are not able to consider remote candidate or candidates who cannot be physically present in Muscatine on a weekly basis. What this role does Product Strategy & Roadmap Act as a trusted technology leader providing guidance, consultation, and influence on business strategy related to technology solutions for Finance, Law, and Member & Community Relations (Human Resources). Develop and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for ERP system applications supporting Finance, HR, and Legal functions. Align ERP solutions with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and emerging technology trends. Identify and prioritize product enhancements and features based on business needs, user feedback, and market trends. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Finance, HR, and Legal teams to understand their needs, pain points, and strategic goals. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and third-party vendors. Facilitate requirements gathering, validation, and translation into actionable development plans. Project Management & Delivery Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from discovery and design to delivery and support. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful product launches and updates. Coordinate with development teams to deliver high-quality ERP solutions, adhering to Agile methodologies. System Optimization & Support Continuously evaluate ERP system performance and implement improvements to enhance user experience, system efficiency, and scalability. Manage system upgrades, patches, and integrations to ensure compliance and functionality. Troubleshoot and resolve issues, coordinating with IT support teams as needed. Data Governance & Compliance Ensure ERP solutions comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including data security and privacy standards. Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to address any identified risks or gaps. Performance Measurement & Reporting Define and monitor KPIs to assess the effectiveness and ROI of ERP system applications. Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders and leadership teams. What You Have: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field Minimum 12 years of progressive IT experience that includes proven success in a leadership capacity managing business relationships and gaining business/IT alignment Experience with Oracle EBS and Oracle Fusion implementation Working knowledge of: ADP, Oracle HCM and ERP Financials (EBS and Fusion), UKG (Kronos) and other HRIS and financial applications IT operational experience with solution delivery methodologies such as waterfall and agile. What You're Good At: Ability to operate and communicate at a strategic level yet focus on details to drive successful execution and deliver value Strong facilitation skills to effectively guide the business to identify needs and evaluate alternative solutions as needed Ability to decompose problems and opportunities when they may not be clearly defined. We look forward to hearing from you! 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