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Overview

We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Sr. Director, Enterprise Applications, will be a key member of the PECNA Technology leadership team, responsible for defining and driving the enterprise applications strategy across a global, multi-site EV battery manufacturing organization. Reporting directly to the CIO, this role will oversee the lifecycle of enterprise platforms and business-critical systems that support the company’s growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation.

This role will provide strategic direction, influence, and alignment ensuring program execution to a team of application professionals, be an All-In partner to business unit leaders, and cultivate strategic vendor and technology relationships. The role is pivotal in aligning technology capabilities with corporate objectives, enhancing productivity, optimizing costs, and delivering game-changing initiatives through a best-in-class digital experience.

Essential Duties:

Strategic Leadership:

+ Develop and execute the enterprise applications roadmap aligned with business objectives and the CIO’s strategic vision.

+ Drive innovation and digital transformation initiatives across ERP, ITSM, CRM, HRIS, and other core operational systems.

+ Act as a thought leader on application modernization, data integration, and automation opportunities across the organization.

Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement:

+ Build and maintain strong "All-In" partnerships with internal business leaders (Operations, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Engineering, etc.) to ensure enterprise applications meet evolving business needs.

+ Represent the Office of the CIO in managing high-level relationships with external vendors, strategic partners, and system integrators.

+ Lead contract negotiations, licensing agreements, and vendor performance reviews.

Program & Portfolio Oversight:

+ Oversee the application portfolio management including lifecycle planning, upgrades, and rationalization.

+ Lead large-scale application deployments, integrations, and modernization efforts, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

+ Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to monitor application performance and ROI.

Team Leadership & Development:

+ Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing, globally distributed enterprise applications team.

+ Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, agility, and accountability within the team and across IT.

Operational Excellence:

+ Ensure system reliability, scalability, and compliance with security and data governance policies.

+ Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Digital Manufacturing, and Data teams to support the overall IT ecosystem and digital strategy.

+ Support M&A initiatives and global expansion through integration of enterprise systems and scalable application strategies.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

+ To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees’, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

_The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job._

Qualifications

Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education

+ Required: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

+ Preferred: Master’s or MBA

Essential Qualifications

+ 12+ years of progressive experience in IT leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior applications leadership role.

+ Proven experience managing ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics), ServiceNow, and other like digital enterprise platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google) in a manufacturing or technology environment.

+ Strong understanding of business process design, systems architecture, and digital transformation strategies.

+ Track record of success managing complex projects, cross-functional teams (onshore, near shore and offshore), and global technology initiatives.

+ Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ n/a

Preferred License(s):

+ n/a

Preferred Certification(s):

+ n/a

Physical Demands

**Physical Activities:** Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:

+ Sit: 80%

+ Walk: 10%

+ Stand: 10%

+ Lift: 10%

**Required Lifting and Carrying:** _Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)_

For this position the required frequency is:

+ Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional

+ Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional

+ Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional

+ Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

**About Us:** At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

**Supplemental Information:** Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energ** **y** **Corporation of North America.

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