ERP Program Director (Contractor)

Closing Date: January 17, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering.

The ERP Project Director reports to the Vice President of Transformation and is responsible for coordinating the planning, design, and implementation of the SAP ERP system. This role plays a crucial part in enabling Teck's enterprise operating model (EOM) and aligning with the company's strategic priorities and top quartile Total Shareholder Return (TSR). 

This role centers around aligning ERP scope and approach with strategic business goals. It involves improving operational processes and encouraging positive relationships with collaborators, customers, partners, and team members to drive successful ERP implementation and optimization.

Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Leads all aspects of the development and execution the ERP strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization’s enterprise operating model and contributing to the achievement of Teck’s strategic priorities and outcomes.
• Leads and mentors the ERP team, ensuring they have the vital skills and resources to deliver on the program. Ensure transparency and alignment of accountabilities and decision rights, while encouraging teamwork.
• Establishes mechanisms for maintaining strategic alignment on priorities and objectives across governance groups, ERP team, and partners.
• Leverages project management services provided by the Transformation Management Office to lead the end-to-end delivery of a green-field SAP implementation, ensuring timely, within scope, and on-budget delivery.
• Partners with other Transformation project teams to manage dependencies, maintain strategic alignment, and advance overall outcomes collaboratively.
• Engage with senior partners to understand their needs and ensure SAP solutions meet critical business requirements. Fulfill the role of the main intermediary between IT, business units, and external vendors.
• Collaborate on the development and execution of a comprehensive change program, using multiple mediums and channels to drive cultural change related to ERP systems.
• Establish governance structures to manage system changes, upgrades, and progress. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, security protocols, and industry standards.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success and minimize potential disruptions.
• Work in partnership with the Transformation Management Office, Organizational Readiness, and Enterprise Operating Model teams to ensure cohesive and coordinated project delivery.

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Leads all aspects of the development and execution the ERP strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization’s enterprise operating model and contributing to the achievement of Teck’s strategic priorities and outcomes.
• Leads and mentors the ERP team, ensuring they have the vital skills and resources to deliver on the program. Ensure transparency and alignment of accountabilities and decision rights, while encouraging teamwork.
• Establishes mechanisms for maintaining strategic alignment on priorities and objectives across governance groups, ERP team, and partners.
• Leverages project management services provided by the Transformation Management Office to lead the end-to-end delivery of a green-field SAP implementation, ensuring timely, within scope, and on-budget delivery.
• Partners with other Transformation project teams to manage dependencies, maintain strategic alignment, and advance overall outcomes collaboratively.
• Engage with senior partners to understand their needs and ensure SAP solutions meet critical business requirements. Fulfill the role of the main intermediary between IT, business units, and external vendors.
• Collaborate on the development and execution of a comprehensive change program, using multiple mediums and channels to drive cultural change related to ERP systems.
• Establish governance structures to manage system changes, upgrades, and progress. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, security protocols, and industry standards.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success and minimize potential disruptions.
• Work in partnership with the Transformation Management Office, Organizational Readiness, and Enterprise Operating Model teams to ensure cohesive and coordinated project delivery.

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure. 

As a contractor, you’ll add your expertise and work alongside experienced professionals on projects that challenge and inspire. We’re dedicated to fostering your growth through coaching, training, and a commitment to safety. Your contributions will make a difference, not just in your career, but in our ongoing success. Teck offers a wide array of permanent career opportunities and your role as a contractor can be a stepping stone to exploring different positions within our organization. We’re committed to helping you chart a dynamic and rewarding career path.  

The actual wage rate offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.