Director, Enterprise SAP/ERP Services at Aptiv

Troy, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Strategic and operational leadership experience in global ERP service delivery, including SAP and QAD
  • Expertise in ensuring stability, availability, and scalability of ERP solutions supporting critical business functions
  • Proven ability to lead teams and manage external service providers for operational support and minor enhancements
  • Strong alignment skills with business needs, IT strategy, governance, and risk management standards
  • Experience in vendor performance management, SLAs, OLAs, and contractual adherence
  • Proficiency in business relationship management at country, regional, and global levels
  • Knowledge of service monitoring, proactive alerts, performance metrics, and disaster recovery/failover
  • Capability to drive service excellence, operational resilience, and innovation in ERP services
  • Skills in financial management, security compliance, and accountability within ERP domain

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate global delivery of integrated SAP, QAD, and associated ERP services, ensuring end-to-end service quality, stability, and availability
  • Oversee operational support for production environments, QA and development systems, and disaster recovery/failover capabilities
  • Ensure services are effectively monitored with proactive alerts and performance metrics to anticipate and prevent downtime or degradation
  • Integrate and oversee day-to-day performance of external service providers for ERP systems support and enhancements
  • Work with Supplier Relationship Management and IT Service Management teams to ensure adherence to contractual obligations, SLAs, OLAs, and customer satisfaction goals
  • Lead regular service reviews, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and implement corrective action plans with vendors
  • Serve as key liaison with business partners at country, regional, and global levels, aligning ERP services with operational priorities and objectives
  • Manage communication and engagement with business stakeholders for transparency, issue resolution, and service planning
  • Proactively understand business roadmaps and enable their success through ERP systems
  • Oversee intake, prioritization, and delivery of minor enhancements to ERP platforms, aligning with business requirements and IT governance

Skills

SAP
QAD
ERP
Vendor Management
Team Leadership
Global Operations
Continuous Improvement
IT Strategy

Aptiv

Develops integrated systems for vehicles

About Aptiv

Aptiv develops integrated vehicle systems for the automotive industry, focusing on software-defined vehicles. Their products help tackle challenges related to autonomous driving, vehicle electrification, and advanced safety features. Aptiv collaborates with major car manufacturers and other mobility stakeholders to enhance vehicle performance and safety through their technological solutions. Unlike many competitors, Aptiv emphasizes a partnership model, providing ongoing support and integration of their systems into vehicles. The company's goal is to improve the overall driving experience and safety in vehicles while advancing the future of mobility.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
$7.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Amazon's entry into connected cars increases competition for Aptiv.
Investment in MAXIEYE exposes Aptiv to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
Oragadam plant expansion may strain finances if demand doesn't meet expectations.

Differentiation

Aptiv integrates software and systems for autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.
The company collaborates with major car manufacturers for software-defined vehicle solutions.
Aptiv operates 14 technical centers globally, enhancing its R&D capabilities.

Upsides

Aptiv's investment in MAXIEYE expands its presence in the Chinese automotive market.
The Oragadam plant expansion increases production capacity for advanced vehicle systems.
Participation in CES 2025 showcases Aptiv's leadership in automotive technology innovation.

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