Job Description

Leader Global Enterprise Application

At Specializedwe’reserious about providing high-impact, low-friction, technology solutions so that we can build the best bikes in the world and deliver an exceptional rider experience.

Specialized isseekinga motivated and talentedLeader Global Enterprise Applicationto join ourGlobal Technologyteam in Morgan Hill, CA.to evolve our enterprise landscape, spanning Finance,Retail Tech, Sales Operations (Order‑to‑Cashbusiness domains), CRM, and People Systems This role is accountable not only for operational stability, but forleveragingERP platforms to enable business growth, process simplification, regulatory compliance, and global scale. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker andhands‑onleader who canoperateconfidently at the intersection of business outcomes, technology execution, andteamleadership.

This position serves as the enterprise champion of ERP applications, including OracleE‑BusinessSuite and the strategic evolution towarda unified and simplified platform with Ai natively built in The role partners closely with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, and IT to drive standardization, disciplined change management, and data integrity across regions and functions. Success in this role requires balancingrun‑the‑businessexcellence with amulti‑yearERP modernization roadmap, ensuring minimal disruption while increasing adoption, reliability, and value realization.

This rolewill lead a global team ofproduct managers,architects, analysts, andcontractors,with responsibility for service performance, vendor strategy, governance, and continuous improvement. This leader is accountable for ensuring ERP capabilities translate into measurable business impact, including improved close cycles, reduced customization, and strong audit and risk posture. The role is expected to influence senior levels, maketrade‑offdecisions, andestablishenterprise standards that scale with the business.

This role owns outcomes, not just systems—delivering ERP stability today while positioningSpecializedfor enterprise scale, regulatory readiness, and future ERP transformation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a team of direct reports, contractors, and/or project team members.

• Ownthe implementation of new organizationalinitiativesalignedwith ERP.

• Evaluate and recommend changes to current and future ERP system requirements to meet organizational needs.

• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives to reduce ticket volumes

• Manage vendor relationships, contracting, and budgets across multiple cost centers.

• Promote andestablishgovernance across systems.

• 10+yearsexperiencein retail and retail operations.

• Build andmaintainproductive, respectful relationships with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners.

• Strong understanding of ITIL service management practices (Incident, Change, Problem Management)

• Proven people management experience coaching, hiring, and performance management

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical issues into business impact

• Experience leading programs and process automation. Ability to implement and manage projects using agile methodologies.

• Progressive and relevant experience driving process improvement

• Experience with vendor evaluation and working with an offshore/onsite vendor model.

• Ability to balance competing priorities

• Excellent planning,prioritizingand organizational skillsrequired

• Must be collaborative andpossessthe ability to influence outcomes

WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN:

• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision

• Experience supporting or managing an Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP (SaaS) migration — highly preferred

• Infrastructure architecture exposure: ability to contribute to OCI architecture decisions, network topology, and security zone design

• Creative thinker with the ability to provide both strategic and tactical direction who is detail-oriented but also able to see the big picture

• Possesses a collaborative mindset and takes an inclusive approach to problem solving.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skillsrequired

• Experience interacting with senior management.

• Ability to influence toward outcomes

BENEFITS

As a full-time, regular teammate, you are eligible for the following benefits, beginning the first of the month following your start date.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pay with annual performance-based reviews for continued growth and recognition

• Comprehensive healthcare plan options, including PPO, EPO, HDHP, and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High-Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)

• Dental and Vision plans

• 401(k) Company Matching up to $5,000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company

• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well-being care

• Generous Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off

• 14 weeksof 100% paid leave for birthing parents and8 weeksof 100% paid leave for non-birthing parents, plus a Specialized bike for your new baby

• Up to $9,000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance

• Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement

• Industry Pro-Deal Discounts and Perks

Foradditionalinformation on benefits andperks, please visit: https://benefits.specialized.com

PAY

Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:

CaliforniaBase Pay Range: ($119,628$208,153 )

*At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location.

We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized!

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