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Vantage Specialty Chemicals · 2 days ago

Director of Business Systems & ERP

Deerfield, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$168K/yr - $252K/yr

10+ years exp

Vantage Specialty Chemicals is a company that provides natural solutions to customers' technical performance and marketing needs. They are seeking a highly capable Director of Business Systems & ERP to lead the delivery, architecture, and support of business-critical applications, particularly focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.

Chemicals

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Act as the lead architect and product owner for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, including ongoing design, configuration, enhancements, and issue resolution

Partner with business users and process owners to translate needs into system capabilities and hands-on solutions

Lead ERP-related workshops, fit-gap analysis, testing, data migration, and deployment activities

Build and maintain integrations between D365 and other systems (e.g., CRM, LIMS, MES, QMS, lab and plant systems)

Manage and troubleshoot application issues, lead solution design, and guide development and configuration efforts

Own application support, enhancements, and upgrades—ensuring stable, compliant operations across all business functions

Partner closely with internal developers and external vendors to ensure high-quality deliverables

Lead a small, agile internal team and manage partner resources to execute key projects and support needs

Drive application roadmaps, implementation plans, and global rollout strategies—especially for D365 F&O

Provide hands-on guidance to ensure application standards, security, and compliance are maintained

Serve as a trusted advisor to functional leaders in supply chain, manufacturing, finance, and R&D

Regularly engage with end users to gather feedback, identify pain points, and deliver practical improvements quickly

Facilitate training, documentation, and change management to support adoption of new features and system capabilities

Ensure ERP and related systems meet global compliance requirements (e.g., FDA, GxP, REACH, ISO)

Lead master data governance, access control, and audit readiness within D365 and connected platforms

Qualification

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&OERP architectureApplication integrationCompliance knowledgeProject managementTroubleshooting skillsTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise applications, with at least 5 years of direct experience with Dynamics 365 F&O

Proven success in hands-on delivery and support of complex, integrated ERP environments

Deep knowledge of Microsoft D365 Finance & Operations architecture, data model, and functional areas

Comfortable digging into configurations, managing extensions/customizations, and troubleshooting performance or data issues

Skilled in managing integrations via Power Platform, Logic Apps, or Azure services

Strong communication skills and ability to work across time zones and functions

Practical understanding of compliance (FDA, GxP, ISO), MRP, batch processing, and manufacturing workflows

Ability to travel globally

Preferred

Experience in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing sector strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, HSA, dental, vision

FSA (limited purpose, dependent care, and commuter/parking)

Life and AD&D insurance

Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance

Short- and long-term disability

EAP, identity theft protection

Paid time off, Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Company

Vantage Specialty Chemicals

Vantage delivers natural solutions that enhance our customers' technical performance and marketing success.

Founded in 2008

Deerfield, Illinois, US

501-1000 employees

http://www.vantagegrp.com

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