Director Enterprise Applications

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Enterprise Applications to lead the strategy, modernization, and execution of our core enterprise systems. This is a highly impactful leadership role responsible for overseeing critical back-office and corporate applications as we transition from legacy mainframe systems to modern, scalable platforms. You will play a key role in shaping the future of our technology landscape—driving system integration, supporting business-critical applications, and building high-performing teams to support enterprise platforms across the organization.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the modernization of enterprise applications, including migration from legacy systems to modern platforms
• Oversee key systems such as Oracle ERP, Demand Forecasting and Replenishment applications (e.g., Relex), and pPricing applications (e.g., Revionics)
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing application teams
• Partner closely with business leaders across Finance, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Merchandising, and Sales
• Act as a strategic liaison between IT and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and value delivery
• Establish best practices for application governance, scalability, and performance
• Support data Analytics, Visualization and Reporting capabilities (e.g., Tableau)

Success Factors: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven leadership experience managing enterprise application teams
• Strong experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred; SAP or equivalent required)
• Demonstrated success in business relationship management—partnering with senior stakeholders across functions
• Experience leading or supporting system modernization or transformation initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle ERP environments
• Familiarity with Salesforce and/or Revionics
• Experience with Relex
• Experience with Tableau or similar data visualization tools

Background

• Background in retail or large-scale enterprise environments

Leadership & Culture Role

This role reports to the VP of Enterprise Applications, PMO, and Retail Technology. The hiring manager is a servant leader who values: Empowerment over micromanagement, Coaching and development, Curiosity and collaboration, Open, approachable communication, Teamwork, work-ethic and accountability. You’ll have the autonomy to lead while being supported by a leader who advocates for their team.

Additional Details

• Travel: Minimal

Strong candidates may come from large enterprise environments, including logistics, wholesale distribution or major retail organizations.