Director, Enterprise Applications & Analytics
4 months ago
Houston
Job DescriptionDescription: We are ERock! ERock is a leader and innovator in distributed energy. ERock has responded to long-term trends in electricity by becoming the first smart-grid supplier to US energy consumers. The company installs, operates, and integrates its highly flexible, low-cost, and quick-response distributed generation to increase reliability and stability, reduce costs and decrease carbon footprint. At ERock, our backup generators ensure that customers will never be without power, allowing their business to operate normally when there is an outage in the area. Our innovative approach provides customers with highly reliable, ultra-clean backup generation at a fraction of the cost of traditional backup solutions. We seek those who share our commitment to customer service, innovation, and ingenuity. Role Overview: The Director of Business Systems & Analytics is responsible for the strategy, delivery, and continuous improvement of ERock’s enterprise business applications, system integrations, and data & analytics capabilities. The leader will ensure that technology platforms and data insights enable operational excellence, scalability, and informed decision-making across all functions of the business, including Manufacturing, Finance, Asset Management, O&M, Safety, and Operations. This role leads both application and data teams, overseeing functional and technical analysts, developers, and data professionals, while serving as a key partner to business stakeholders to make a meaningful impact at a dynamic high-tech company with cutting-edge AI enablement technologies. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the day-to-day management, performance, and continuous improvement of ERock’s enterprise business systems, including Microsoft D365 Business Central, OnePlan, FieldPoint, Planful, Autodesk, and related platforms., • Oversee system configuration, enhancements, integrations, and production support to ensure applications operate reliably, securely, and in alignment with business requirements., • Manage enterprise integrations and data flows across platforms, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and operational continuity across operations., • Lead the data and analytics function (BI/Data Engineering, Reporting/Dashboard Development, and Database Administration) to deliver timely, accurate reporting and actionable operational insights., • Ensure enterprise applications and data environments meet internal control and audit requirements by partnering with Finance, IT, and external auditors to design, implement, document, and continuously monitor IT general controls and system-related compliance processes., • Partner with functional leaders to gather requirements, prioritize initiatives, define work plans, and deliver system and reporting solutions that improve efficiency and service levels., • Establish and maintain standards for application support, release management, documentation, training, and structured change management to drive successful adoption., • Identify and implement automation, process improvements, and system enhancements that reduce manual effort, improve data integrity, and increase operational effectiveness., • Manage third-party vendors and implementation partners, including licensing, upgrades, support agreements, and performance accountability., • Collaborate closely with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and architecture teams to ensure enterprise applications and data platforms meet company standards for security, SOX compliance, scalability, and reliability.Requirements: Basic (Required) Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related technical field., • 10+ years of experience implementing, managing, and supporting enterprise business systems (ERP, CRM, EPM, field service, or asset management platforms)., • 5+ years of experience leading and developing technical teams, including application analysts, developers, data engineers, and BI professionals., • Hands-on experience configuring and supporting ERP and CRM platforms such as Microsoft D365, IFS, Salesforce, or comparable systems., • Strong understanding of system integrations, APIs, middleware, and enterprise data exchange patterns supporting cross-platform operations., • Experience designing or managing enterprise data environments, including data warehouses, ETL/ELT processes, dimensional modeling, and data quality controls., • Practical experience developing or overseeing BI and reporting solutions (Power BI or equivalent), including KPI and operational dashboard development., • Proven track record delivering system implementations, upgrades, automation initiatives, and user adoption efforts in operational environments., • Experience establishing governance processes for application support, release management, data standards, system controls, and audit/compliance requirements (e.g., SOX)., • Experience partnering with IT infrastructure and security teams to ensure systems meet cybersecurity, performance, and technical governance standards. Preferred Qualifications: • Direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Salesforce ecosystems., • Experience with Azure data services (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric) or similar cloud-based data platforms., • Background in energy, infrastructure, industrial services, or asset-intensive operating environments., • Experience integrating financial, operational, and field service systems into a unified reporting and analytics framework., • Experience leading enterprise data harmonization or master data management initiatives., • Familiarity with Planful, OnePlan, FieldPoint, or similar financial planning and field service platforms., • Working knowledge of SQL and database administration concepts. What Success Looks Like: Within the first 12 months, enterprise business systems are stable, well-governed, and operating with clear ownership, defined support processes, compliance, and measurable service levels. Integrations across core systems are reliable, documented, and producing consistent, trusted data. Finance and Operations leaders have access to standardized KPIs and dashboards that reduce manual reporting and improve decision speed. Data quality standards and system controls are embedded; automation opportunities have reduced rework and spreadsheet dependency, and a prioritized, executable system and analytics roadmap is in motion. The team is structured, accountable, and performing effectively, and business leaders view the Business Systems & Analytics function as a dependable partner that improves efficiency, scalability, and overall operational performance. Benefits: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance, • Company-Paid Life Insurance, • Disability Insurance, • Paid Family Leave, • Flexible Spending Account (FSA), • Wellness Programs and Incentives, • 401(k) Retirement Plan & Company Match, • Paid Time Off – Sick & Vacation Time, • Paid Holidays, • Hybrid Work Schedule. 3-4 days/week in Houston Office!, • Cool Open-Office Concept Do you have what it takes to join the ERock team? Send us your cover letter and resume today. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ERock is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At ERock, we embrace diversity, including all the unique characteristics that make us human: race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, and education — to name a few. We understand and recognize that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our teams and our business. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values specifically our value of “The Team” which includes “Mutual Respect, Openness, and Honesty.”