Senior Manager, IT Product Owner - SAP Finance

Eaton's corporate IT organization is seeking a Senior Manager IT Product Owner SAP Finance to oversee the management and development of our SAP Finance systems (ECC and S4) and ensure they align with our business objectives and goals. With a deep understanding of SAP finance capabilities, you will develop and deploy governance standards and best practices, drive system architecture, and facilitate solution delivery. You will define and champion the product vision and roadmap, manage the product backlog, and lead a high-performing team of IT professionals. Your role includes ensuring product support, stability, and governance, acting as a functional expert, and supporting a Secure Product Development Lifecycle with a strong cybersecurity focus.

What you'll do:

• Act as the main contact for the SAP Finance product, ensuring it meets stakeholder requirements.
• Create and implement strategic plans for the SAP Finance product, aligning with company goals and market trends.
• Oversee SAP Finance projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Lead and develop a global team of eight direct reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, and business leaders, to gather requirements and ensure effective communication.
• Identify opportunities for system enhancements and process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Evaluate potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain the integrity and reliability of the SAP Finance systems.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in information technology, finance, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT product management, with a focus on SAP Finance systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP Finance modules and related technologies.
• Experience leading and managing cross-functional teams and large-scale projects.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of ERP finance functions across ECC and S4.
• Expertise in product management and modern product delivery processes.
• Understanding of and experience working with Agile, Scrum, and/or Kanban software delivery teams.
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles.

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $153749.97 - $225499.96 a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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