Aerodynamics, Application Integration, Automotive Technology, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Business Support, DevOps, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ecosystems, Enterprise Architecture, Interoperability, Leadership, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, SAP, Standards Strategy, Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), Technical Leadership, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
The Director of Enterprise Solutions is responsible for the strategy, architecture, and governance of enterprise platforms across Magna Exteriors. This role ensures that application and platform capabilities are standardized, scalable, and aligned with Magna enterprise standards.
The Director owns the end-to-end lifecycle of enterprise solutions-including SAP, MES, and core business applications-and is accountable for simplifying the technology landscape, reducing technical debt, and enabling integrated, data-driven operations.
This role works in close partnership with Regional IT leadership, who are responsible for execution and operations, to ensure successful deployment and sustained performance of enterprise platforms across divisions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Enterprise Platform Strategy & Roadmap
• Define and maintain the enterprise application and platform strategy for Magna Exteriors
• Own the roadmap for key platforms, including:
-SAP ecosystem (implementations, upgrades, controls)
-MES strategy and standardization
-Core business applications and integrations
• Ensure alignment with Magna-wide initiatives, enterprise programs, and global standards (e.g., SAP enterprise programs, Ignite, Nexus, and DevOps practices)
• Establish clear platform lifecycle management and long-term roadmap governance
2. Application Standardization & Simplification
• Drive standardization of the application landscape across all divisions
• Eliminate non-standard, custom, or redundant solutions by enforcing the use of approved enterprise platforms and standards
• Reduce technology complexity and improve scalability through platform consolidation
• Lead structured reduction of technical debt, leveraging enterprise architecture tools and governance
• Enforce consistent application of enterprise standards across all divisions, with no deviation from approved platforms and architectures
3. Solution Design & Architecture Governance
• Own enterprise solution architecture standards, principles, and design authority
• Ensure all enterprise solutions are:
-Scalable and repeatable across divisions
-Secure and compliant with Magna standards
-Integrated across systems and business processes
• Govern system integrations, data flows, and interoperability across platforms
• Act as the design authority for enterprise solutions, with approval accountability for all major initiatives
4. Strategic Program Leadership (Platform Scope)
• Lead or govern enterprise solution components of key strategic initiatives, including:
-SAP implementations and divisional rollouts
-MES standardization and consolidation initiatives
-Connectivity and digital enablement programs
-Controls and compliance solutions (e.g., SOD controls)
• Ensure delivery of consistent, repeatable, and standards-aligned solutions across all programs
• Drive consistency in implementation approaches and solution architectures
5. Data, Integration & Digital Enablement
• Define the strategy for data integration across ERP, MES, and operational systems
• Enable standardized connectivity between systems, assets, and users
• Ensure solutions support business visibility, reporting, and decision-making needs
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to enable scalable digital capabilities
6. Deployment Alignment & Adoption (with Regional IT)
• Partner with Regional IT Managers to ensure successful:
-DepM
Magna International, Inc
We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.