Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com).

We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

To  learn more about Topcon career opportunities go to  www.topconcareers.com.

JOB PURPOSE

Lead the team and manage all core project and operational activities for corporate and subsidiary SAP systems, overseeing everything from release planning and execution to ongoing support. Play an integral role in shaping the IT leadership's strategic plan as a key member of the management team. Take ownership of the SAP North America ERP landscape, currently including both SAP ECC and S4 Public Cloud, with the opportunity to lead and participate in transformative initiatives as we advance our technical landscape. Collaborate with Marketing, Service, Finance, Sales, and Operations to develop a shared roadmap. Engage in IT and technology roadmap discussions within the division and with peers across other Topcon divisions. Actively participate in industry forums and Product Advisory Councils where appropriate.

CORE JOB DUTIES

Build shared strategic process and systems roadmaps across key business areasLead core ERP operational activities, including monthly and quarterly release planning and executionBuild and execute QA and testing plan, driving automation where possibleDevelop joint plan with infrastructure to maintain up to date patching, security and system notes where applicableProvide management and leadership to functional ERP domain experts, including skills and career developmentAs appropriate, lead Incident/Problem Management activities as they occurParticipate in IT management and leadership initiatives as required, usually 1 – 2 strategic change initiatives/yearLiaise with key business leaders on process and change priorities for major functional areas such as Sales Operations, Manufacturing, Logistics, NPI, etc.Must be able to manage a diverse team, both onsite and remote.

Education & ExperienceBS in technical field, MS preferred5-10 years of people management experienceStrong SAP techno-functional experience, including participating and/or leading multiple sizeable functional implementations5+ years Vendor management including support services and managing to SLAs and KPIsInternational/Global experience is strongly preferredMinimum of 10 years' experience with SAP implementations (ECC, S4/Hana, BW)

Knowledge, Skills & AttributesCoaching, mentoring and performance managementExperience in one or more functional areas of SAP (SD, FICO, WM, etc.) is a plus.PMP or ITIL certification preferredIntimate familiarity with all aspects of an SAP implementation project; Blueprint phase, architecture, configuration, testing, training and go-liveAbility to resolve complex problems as they arise during the implementation with minimal impact to schedule and project scope.Excellent Communication, listening and speaking skills, written and verbal at all levelsExcellent business judgment on risk, planning and key decisions requiredAbility to develop strategies, plans, portfolio sequencing and budgets to drive change

Base Pay:

Expected Base Pay Range: $170,000 to $220,000 Annualized

The base pay range included is a projected hiring range for a position, level and potential work location(s) listed.  Topcon provides the compensation range that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.   

In addition to base pay, compensation for this position includes eligibility for certain Bonuses.

Benefits*:

Topcon offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, tax saving spending accounts a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement in addition to other perks and benefits.  We also offer time off for our employees to recharge.  Our employees are eligible for paid company holidays, paid personal time off, and paid sick time that meets or exceeds state/local requirements. 

Topcon reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation; individual candidate compensation may be determined based on individual skills, experience, training, certifications, education, final work location and other factors not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Changes in the position level, location or other factors associated with the role may change the final determined compensation.  The recruiter can provide additional information during the hiring process.

*Topcon time off policies can vary as well as roles which are exempt or non-exempt.  For hourly (“non-exempt”) employees, we offer personal paid time off which accrues in accordance with local standards.  For salaried (“exempt”) employees, we offer a flexible paid time off policy giving you flexibility to take time when needed, while supporting business needs.  All paid time off policies are in accordance with or exceeding local law.  Employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for our Health and Welfare benefit package.