Director 2 ERP Platforms – SAP

Northrop Grumman

. Define and own the SAP-centric ERP platform vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesLead💰 $242,100 - $363,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP ERP platform management, including S/4HANA transformations, compliance with Aerospace & Defense regulations, and leadership in large-scale digital transformation initiatives. Proven ability to optimize business processes and manage complex stakeholder relationships while driving innovation through data and AI.

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SAP ERP ManagementS/4HANA TransformationAerospace & Defense ComplianceLeadership in Digital TransformationProgram and Change Management

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Hard Skills

SAP S/4HANAERP OptimizationData AnalyticsProgram ManagementChange ManagementIntegration ManagementFinancial ManagementSupply Chain ManagementManufacturing ProcessesProject Management

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementMentoringInfluencingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SAP BTPSAP FioriModern Integration PlatformsPLM/MES IntegrationsDevSecOps Practices

Certifications & Qualifications

PMIAgileSAFePROSCIADKAR

Industry Keywords

ITAREARDFARSCMMCGovernment Cost Accounting Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and own the SAP-centric ERP platform vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap
Optimize the ERP/MES/PLM ecosystem and end-to-end business processes
Track SAP and broader data and AI technology trends and translate them into business-focused roadmaps
Establish standards and reference architectures for SAP and adjacent platforms
Manage SAP application lifecycle, upgrades, hosting strategy, and platform rationalization
Own platform availability, performance, capacity, scalability, and cost optimization
Govern solution design while minimizing custom code and technical debt
Ensure compliance with Aerospace & Defense requirements, including ITAR, EAR, DFARS, CMMC, and government cost accounting standards
Lead and mentor a global organization of SAP product owners, architects, functional leads, technical leads, and support analysts
Lead multi-year SAP transformation initiatives, including S/4HANA migrations, implementations, instance consolidation, and operating-model changes
Drive process harmonization using SAP best practices and model company content
Partner with business process owners and product line leaders to define requirements, prioritize backlogs, and sequence releases
Chair or participate in SAP design authorities, change control boards, and solution review forums
Define and track transformation KPIs
Drive innovation using ERP/MES/PLM data and AI
Oversee day-to-day SAP, MES, and integration operations, including incident, problem, change, and release management
Define and monitor SLAs/OLAs and continuous-improvement plans
Ensure backup, disaster recovery, business continuity, and cybersecurity practices
Promote automation and DevSecOps-aligned practices
Use operational data and analytics to identify issues and improvement opportunities
Serve as primary liaison between IT and executive business stakeholders
Manage relationships with SAP, system integrators, and other strategic partners
Facilitate decisions across sectors and functions
Develop and manage approximately $130M annual SAP/ERP platform and transformation budgets
Build business cases and ROI analyses for S/4HANA, SAP enhancements, and digital and AI initiatives
Optimize total cost of ownership through platform, vendor, demand, and portfolio management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
15+ years of progressive experience in SAP ERP and enterprise applications
At least 5+ years in leadership roles overseeing large, complex SAP environments
Demonstrated experience leading major SAP S/4HANA programs in Aerospace & Defense or similarly regulated industries
Deep hands-on leadership in at least one core SAP domain, such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, PS, QM, or WM/EWM
Strong understanding of integration points and cross-module process flows
Proven track record delivering large-scale SAP or digital transformation programs across multiple functions and/or business units
Strong understanding of Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Projects, and related reporting/analytics
Experience with structured program and change management approaches, such as PMI/Agile/SAFe and PROSCI/ADKAR
Familiarity with ITAR/EAR, FAR/DFARS, CAS, DCAA, and CMMC/DoD cybersecurity
Ability to influence and engage C-suite and VP-level stakeholders and manage complex stakeholder landscapes
U.S. citizenship required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred
Preferred: experience with S/4HANA transformation, SAP cloud/hybrid deployments, SAP BTP, SAP Fiori, modern integration platforms, PLM/MES integrations, large SAP/ERP portfolios, global SAP teams, and data, analytics, and AI in ERP or manufacturing contexts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available depending on the position
Shift differential may be available depending on the position
Discretionary bonus
Long Term Incentives may be available for Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business