ERP Strategy Director

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. We deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. From CIOs and senior IT leaders in corporations and government agencies, to business leaders in high-tech and telecom enterprises and professional services firms, to technology investors, we are the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. Through the resources of Gartner Research, Gartner Executive Programs, Gartner Consulting and Gartner Events, we work with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.A., and has 4,000 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants in 75 countries. For more information, visit gartner.com. Your Thinking Matters Here: At Gartner, what you say matters — not just to us, but to our 60,000 clients worldwide. Together, our associates deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. We are the most influential voice in technology today, helping the world's most successful IT and business leaders make critical strategic and investment decisions. 65% of the Fortune 1000 and 80% of the Global 500 support their key technology decisions with Gartner insight. What Makes Gartner Unique: Gartner, Inc. is the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry. Gartner serves more than 60,000 clients, including chief information officers and other senior IT executives in corporations and government agencies, as well as technology companies and the investment community. The Company focuses on delivering objective, in-depth analysis and actionable advice to enable clients to make more informed business and technology decisions. The Company's businesses consist of Gartner Research and Events for IT professionals; Gartner Executive Programs, membership programs and peer networking services; and Gartner Consulting, customized engagements with a specific emphasis on outsourcing and IT management. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and has 3,700 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants, in 75 locations worldwide. For additional information, visit www.gartner.com. What We Offer: In addition to our highly competitive base salary and commission structure, our benefits are first class. We offer: * Company paid life insurance, long-term disability pay, short-term disability pay, and optional supplemental insurance. * Full medical, including prescription drug coverage, Dental, and Vision * 401K with 100% company match up to 4% with no vesting period. * Profit sharing that is added directly to your 401K of 1% of salary up to $2050 * Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan in which you can purchase stock for 95% of our stock’s opening or closing price (whichever is lower) * Work/life balance is important to us, you accrue 20+ days of paid time off per year and we actually want you to take it! …and an additional 9 paid holidays Position Description Description:Gartner is seeking consultants at the Consultant at Director levels to provide our clients with support in the area of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). You will have the opportunity to shape the ERP strategy, ERP Project Management Office (PMO), architecture, sourcing, and risk strategies for the United States federal government. Client Delivery Responsibilityn Provide clients with strategic guidance with respect to the selection and integration of ERP software into the Enterprise Provide clients bestn practices and guidance on system operation, maintenance and securityn Support clients in the effective implementation of process, governance and portfolio management to create greater efficiencies in the use of technology Provide clients with guidance, advice and alternatives forn applying the appropriate level of technology with respect to the ERP to business process in the support of mission or enterprise objectives and goalsn Support the development of quality deliverables. Support clients in then establishment and management of complete lifecycle development ERP efforts including development of business case, acquisition of ERP software and associated technology components and implementation services, providing ongoing oversight, and providing periodic program assessments.Engagement Management Responsibilities Develop project plans for Gartner consultingn engagements accurately estimating level of effort and time required to complete deliverables and monitor the project using earn value. Successfully leadn teams in the completion of high quality deliverables. Effectively managen client issues and escalate project issues and risks as appropriate.In addition to the responsibilities described above, Gartner consulting associates are required to support business development activities through the identification of additional opportunities at existing clients, development of proposals, and presentation to clients in support of sales efforts.Qualifications:Products / Applications:Ideal candidates must identify experience in the following products and specific versions. SAP* mySAP ERP (any), SAP R/3 4.5 (or later)Oracle* Oracle eBusiness Suite, Fusion Line, PeopleSoft, or JD EdwardsImplementationIdeal candidates must have the following minimum qualifications related to implementations. Depending on a candidates level of specificity one, two or all must be fulfilled.* 3 to 5 years hands-on implementation experience in either Oracle or SAP* Demonstrated knowledge of a particular functional area. * Functional / Configuration / Team Lead experience in at least two (2) full implementationsFunctional:Candidates should identify experience in at least one of the following functional areas or modules while meeting minimum Implementation experience identified above. Candidates with applicable functional area experience in should receive higher priority. Candidates indicating only general experience within these areas must be questioned as to the exact sub-specialty. Candidates not exhibiting or representing a moderate to high proficiency level within a functional area, most likely have not worked in the systems and do not possess the minimum technical requirements. For example, finance candidates should be able to identify accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, treasury, or other area of expertise within the functional area.Primary Areas of Interest* Finance * Controlling* Budget / Planning* Procurement* Inventory Management* Projects / Project Systems* Sales / Distribution* WarehousingProgrammatic / Project Management ExperienceCandidates should identify at least two (2) years of PMO level experience. Ideal candidates would be responsible or have proficient working knowledge of the following:* Program Execution / Strategy (Budget / Governance)* Change Management* Functional Area Lead (e.g. Finance, Procurement, Inventory Management, Integrated Supply Chain, Technical, etc.)Desirable Qualifications:* U.S. Government ERP experience, Department of Defense (DoD) experience preferred.* Ability to obtain U.S. DoD Security ClearanceSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceWhat we Offer:* Company paid life insurance, long-term disability pay, short-term disability pay, and optional supplemental insurance.* Full medical through Cigna, including prescription drug coverage, Dental, and Vision* 401K with 100% company match up to 4% with no vesting period. * Profit sharing that is added directly to your 401K of 1% of salary up to $2050* Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan in which you can purchase stock for 95% of our stocks opening or closing price (whichever is lower)* Paid time off: you accrue 20 days a year* Paid holidaysJob Location: NOAMERICA - United States - VA - McLean, CTJob Number: RUSAGTNR121-592993Company URL: http://www.gartner.com/careers