ERP Business Partner

Vernier Science Education•Beaverton, OR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for an ERP Business Partner to help lead the implementation and long-term success of our enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform, Odoo. In this role, you’ll serve as the business owner of our ERP platform, working closely across Finance, Operations, and Information Technology to understand business needs, improve processes, and guide how the platform evolves over time. You'll join an implementation already underway, building on the work completed to date while helping guide adoption, improve business processes, and shape the platform's long-term success. You'll help establish priorities for future enhancements and work with business stakeholders to ensure the platform continues to meet organizational needs. Success in this role comes from balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You'll build strong relationships across the organization, ask thoughtful questions, challenge assumptions when appropriate, and help teams make decisions that balance business needs with practical, scalable, sustainable technology solutions. If you enjoy improving processes, enabling others through technology, and taking ownership of a business-critical platform, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

4+ years of experience leading or supporting ERP platforms, enterprise systems, software implementation, business analysis, IT business partnering, or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Hands-on experience with the implementation, management, and ongoing support of ERP systems (Odoo or similar mid-market platforms strongly preferred).
Experience with reading, troubleshooting, and making adjustments to Python scripts or willingness to learn.
Strong understanding of Finance and/or Operations business processes, preferably within a light manufacturing, distribution, or product-based organization; EdTech experience is a plus but not required.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate business needs, identify underlying requirements, and recommend effective technology solutions.
Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Independent self-starter with the ability to establish structure, prioritize work, and drive results in evolving environments.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and science education.
4+ years of experience in IT product ownership, software implementation, business analysis, IT business partnering, or related roles with a strong, primary focus on ERP systems.
Independent self-starter with the ability to establish structure, prioritize work, and drive results in evolving environments.
Solid understanding of Finance and/or Operations business processes, ideally within a manufacturing or distribution environment; EdTech industry a plus but not required.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects and drive outcomes on time and within budget in a fast-moving environment.
Strong documentation and investigative skills, with the ability to evaluate stakeholder requests, identify underlying business needs, and recommend sustainable solutions.
Experience gathering business requirements, evaluating solution options, and translating business needs into technology solutions.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
Experience with reading, troubleshooting, and making adjustments to Python scripts or willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

EdTech experience is a plus but not required.
Familiarity with Agile or Scrum delivery methodologies a plus.
Experience working in a small or mid-sized organization preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary ERP point of contact within Information Technology for Finance and Operations stakeholders, developing a thorough understanding of business processes, priorities, and system requirements.
Serve as the product owner for the ERP platform, establishing priorities for enhancements, integrations, user adoption, application support, and long-term roadmap planning.
Partner with cross-functional teams, implementation partners, and vendors to support ERP implementation activities, including configuration, testing, training, and go-live.
Partner with stakeholders to understand business objectives, analyze underlying business needs, and translate validated requirements into functional and technical solutions in collaboration with vendors and internal technical teams.
Identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation, workflow improvements, and effective use of ERP capabilities.
Manage ERP-related projects, including project planning, stakeholder communication, risk management, issue resolution, and implementation activities.
Develop and maintain ERP documentation, system standards, and governance practices to support long-term sustainability.
Contribute to the development of IT Business Partner practices, standards, and processes that strengthen collaboration between Information Technology and business functions.
Participate in employee committees, recognition efforts, and organizational meetings to support and strengthen our culture.
All other duties as assigned.