Hammond Power Solutions Inc. is a global manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. HPS has grown to become the leader in North America in the custom design and manufacture of dry type transformers. For the past century, HPS has grown to deliver electrical power solutions to global markets and provides solutions for complex applications like, mining, rectifier, drives, traction, wind, solar and many other electrical power applications. The world relies on HPS to continually conceive and produce state-of-the-art transformer technology. We currently have an opening for a Director, Enterprise Business Applications, come grow with us!

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the Director, Enterprise Business Applications is accountable for the strategy, performance, and evolution of the organization’s enterprise business application portfolio. This role ensures that core platforms supporting manufacturing, supply chain, finance, commercial, P&C, and corporate functions are reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with business priorities in a multinational manufacturing environment, while driving responsible adoption of AI-enabled capabilities.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Define and execute a multi-year enterprise applications strategy aligned with business objectives and operating priorities
Partner with business and functional leaders to translate needs into technology roadmaps and investment plans.
Oversee the performance, stability, and lifecycle management of enterprise applications, including incident, change, and release processes.
Lead modernization initiatives across ERP, CRM, HRIS, finance, and manufacturing systems to improve scalability and reduce technical debt.
Drive adoption of AI-enabled capabilities (e.g., vendor AI, Microsoft Copilot, custom solutions) to enhance productivity, decision-making, and automation.
Enable system integration, process standardization, and data-driven operations; support M&A through application strategy and integration planning
Manage budgets, vendors, and implementation partners, ensuring effective delivery and measurable business value
Establish governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity, data, and regulatory requirements, and managing application and AI-related risk
Lead and develop global application teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and outcome-focused culture.

Do you qualify? We are seeking:

10+ years of experience in enterprise applications leadership
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (Master’s an asset)
Proven experience in complex, manufacturing-focused environments
Strong expertise across ERP-centric ecosystems supporting supply chain, finance, HR, and operations
Solid understanding of application architecture, integration, and governance practices
Experience with AI-enabled business applications and associated data/security considerations
Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into technology roadmaps and outcomes
Relevant certifications (PMP, Agile, ERP, Azure/AWS) considered an asset
Excellent communication and leadership skills

NOTE: Hammond Power Solutions encourages applications from all qualified candidates. HPS has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact our People & Culture team if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.

Some of the benefits of working at Hammond:

We are Great Place to Work Certified! Our people work hard for us—so we make sure our benefits work hard for them. Our equitable pay, benefits, and practices prioritize security, health, and well-being while sharing in our business success through variable pay programs and our Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Our core benefits focus on wellness, mental health, and financial security when employees need them the most, early career or getting ready for retirement. We also support work-life balance through flexible work schedules, paid time off, and leaves of absence. Employees and their families also have access to our confidential, best-in-class Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

We are committed to sustainable business practices and offer opportunities for our employees to support the communities where we live and work through our Hammond Giving Strategy.

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Director, Enterprise Business Applications