Group ESS (Enterprise Support Systems) Solution Design Expert

Ontrac Solutions is seeking a Solution Design Expert to lead our client's Enterprise Support Systems (ESS) transformation stream, modernizing Group-wide ERP, HR, Payroll, Finance, Procurement, and Treasury systems. The role ensures unified processes, architecture consistency, and cross-market delivery while driving adoption of best-in-class enterprise platforms. The position reports to the Ontrac Solutions IT Director for Execution & Delivery Excellence function.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver ESS programs covering ERP, HCM, payroll, procurement, expense management, treasury, and financial consolidation.
• Ensure architecture alignment and delivery governance across business units and client markets.
• Manage vendor delivery and integrations with platforms such as Sage, Sun Systems, Baya, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle ERP, ADP, Cornerstone, Sage X3, OneStream, and Kyriba.
• Standardize core processes (finance, HR, procurement) while ensuring localization for tax, payroll, and labor law compliance.
• Partner with CFOs, CHROs, and CIOs to ensure ESS initiatives deliver measurable efficiency, compliance, and business value.
• Drive change management, user adoption, and training across multiple operating companies and business units.
• Monitor program KPIs, financials, and delivery milestones to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years in ERP/HCM/ESS delivery, program management, and enterprise IT transformation.
• Proven track record in multi-country rollouts of platforms such as Sage X3, SAP, Oracle, OneStream, or Kyriba.
• Strong knowledge of financial consolidation, treasury management, payroll, and HR compliance in multi-jurisdiction contexts.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, vendor governance, and organizational change leadership.
• Familiarity with cloud deployment models, SaaS platforms, and data governance best practices.