Bosch Building Technologies – Director, ERP and Business Applications

About Robert Bosch GmbH

Headquartered in Germany, Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400,000+ associates generate sales of over €90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its future. In North America, Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drive and control technology, power tool, security and building technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare, and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41,000 associates in more than one hundred locations.

Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business

The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch’s role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity, maintaining its offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufactures’ product lines across its wide range of services, including Bosch products. In 2023, Bosch acquired Canadian-based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Bosch’s Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Director of ERP and Business Applications who will own the strategy, delivery, and lifecycle management of our internal business applications portfolio, with primary accountability for our ERP platform built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and FO.

This role is responsible for ensuring that business applications are fit for purpose, secure, scalable, and continuously improving, enabling operational excellence across the organization. The ERP is currently being deployed, and this role will lead the transition from implementation into stabilization, optimization, and ongoing enhancement.

In addition to ERP, this role oversees all divisional/regionally managed cloud platforms.

This position will lead solution management as well as possibly the IT PMO depending on the needs of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

ERP & Business Application Ownership

Own the end‑to‑end lifecycle of internal business applications, with primary focus on D365 CE and FO:

Implementation of a harmonized ERP forrecentlymerged businessesPost‑deployment stabilization, operational readiness, and adoptionOngoing enhancements, roadmap planning, and release managementAlignment of application capabilities to evolving business processesData integrity, integration quality, and reporting effectivenessRationalization of processes, data models, and application usage acrossmerged organizations

Act as the business and technology owner for ERP, balancing functional needs, technical feasibility, and long‑term sustainability.

Solution Architecture & Application ManagementLead solution architecture and application management for ERP and business applications, ensuring solutions meet business requirements whileremainingsecure, supportable, and aligned with enterprise standards.

Responsibilities include:

Own solution design decisions for ERP, integrations, automations, and business applicationsTranslating business requirements into fit‑for‑purpose solution designs and prioritized application backlogsDefining integration patterns, data flows, and application interfaces aligned to ERP and enterprise architectureGoverning configuration versus customization decisions to minimize long‑term technical debtOverseeing configuration, customization, and integration delivery across internal and vendor‑led teamsEnsuring solutions are documented, operationally ready, and supportable post‑implementation

Ensure applications are:

Secure by designWell‑documentedSupportable and maintainableAligned with enterprise architecture principlesPortfolio & Vendor Management

Own the application portfolio not managed by Bosch Corporate, including:

SaaS platforms (e.g.,Fieldwire, Autodesk Construction Cloud)Specialized line‑of‑business systemsSupporting integrations and data flows

Responsibilities include:

Vendor selection, contract oversight, and performance managementCost optimization and licensing governanceRoadmap alignment and dependency managementEscalations and issue resolutionAutomation, AI Enablement & Citizen Development Governance

Align and support the ERP for automation and AI enablement, ensuring data, integrations, and architecture support future AI capabilities

Enablebusinessled automation and AIassistedworkflows using low‑code tools to improve productivity and operational efficiencySupport a citizen developeroperatingmodel, allowing teams and departments to independently build automations, reports, and lightweight solutionsEstablish and enforce governance, guardrails, and standards for automation, AI usage, data access, security, and lifecycle managementEnsure visibility, risk management, and alignmentof these initiativeswith enterprise architecture and cybersecurity expectationsFocus areas include Power Platform, D365 Copilot capabilities, reporting automation, and workflow orchestration while explicitly avoiding unmanaged shadow ITProgram & PMO Leadership (as applicable)

Potentially lead or oversee IT Project Management Office, including:

Application and ERP‑related programs and initiativesStandardized project delivery methods and governanceCross‑functional coordination with Finance, Operations, and Corporate ITRisk, dependency, and change managementEnsure predictable delivery while supporting an environment of continuous improvement.Due Diligence & M&A Support

Support mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures by leading application and ERP focused due diligence activities, including:

Assessing ERP platforms, business applications, and data landscapes of target entitiesIdentifyingapplication risks, integration complexity, and technical debtEvaluating SaaS vendors, licensing obligations, and contract implicationsProviding input on post close ERP and application integration strategies, costs, and timelinesPartnering with Corporate IT, Finance, Security, and Enterprise Architecture during diligence and integration planningLeadership & Stakeholder Management

Provide leadership and stakeholder alignment to ensure business applications are delivered effectively, adopted successfully, and governed with clear accountability across the organization.

Build and lead a high‑performing applications and solutions teamServe as the primary interface between business leaders, IT, and vendorsCommunicate effectively with executive stakeholders on value, risk, and prioritiesEstablish clear ownership, accountability, and operating rhythms

Supervisor Duties:

In accordance with applicable Company policies/procedures and Federal/State laws, will perform the following supervisory responsibilities: planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Professional Competencies:

Business & Systems Thinking – understands how applications enable end‑to‑end business outcomesExecution & Delivery Discipline – balances agility with operational rigorVendor & Financial Acumen – manages cost, value, and riskSecurity & Risk Mindset – builds solutions that are resilient and compliantLeadership – creates clarity and momentum in complex environments

Required Qualifications:

8+ years in enterprise applications, ERP, or business systems, with senior leadership experienceDemonstrated experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and/or FO (implementation, enhancement, or ownership)Strong understanding of ERP lifecycle managementProven vendor and partner management experienceExperience is supporting a citizen development environment and governanceApplied AIliteracy,understandingpractical AI use cases, limitations, and risks in enterprise environmentsSolid business acumen across finance, operations, and project deliveryStrong communicationskills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholdersPractical understanding of cybersecurity principles in enterprise applications

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience leading or governing a PMOBackground in multi‑site or operationally complex organizationsExperience with construction, engineering, or project‑centric ERP modelsFamiliarity with cloud‑first, API‑driven application architectures

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Must be able to effectively communicate, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment

Working Conditions:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate

Additional Information:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at 602-944-3330 or email talentacquisitionteam@climatec.com. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.