Director - Business Transformation

Company: Rambus.com
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewRambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional Director - Business Transformation to join our CIO Transformation Office in San Jose, CA. Candidates will be joining some of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world to develop products that make data faster and safer.As a Director - Business Transformation, the candidate will report to the SVP & CIO in a Full Time position. The Director - Business Transformation (BT) will spearhead enterprise-wide efforts to modernize, integrate, and optimize the organization's ERP systems. This role is a key strategic position responsible for aligning technology solutions with business objectives, streamlining processes, and driving value realization through change initiatives in finance, supply chain, sales operations, HR, BI, and analytics. The ideal candidate will blend technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership skills to ensure the transformation aligns with organizational goals.Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracing a hybrid approach for the majority of our office-based roles. We encourage employees to spend an average of at least three days per week working onsite, allowing for two days of remote work.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the ERP transformation strategy in alignment with the organization's business goals.
• Collaborate with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders to ensure buy-in and alignment across departments.Program Management:
  • Oversee the planning, design, implementation, and enhancements/deployment of systems, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Manage cross-functional project teams, including internal staff, external vendors, and consultants.
  • Lead enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives.Business Process Optimization:
    • Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement through standard ERP capabilities.
    • Work with business units to design and implement best practices and streamline workflows.Change Management:
      • Develop and lead organizational change management initiatives to ensure adoption of new systems and processes.
      • Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to foster understanding and support for the transformation effort.Vendor and Partner Management:
        • Manage relationships with partners/vendors, consultants, and service providers.
        • Negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and ensure deliverables meet organizational needs.Risk Management and Compliance:
          • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with business transformation.
          • Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.Performance Measurement and Reporting:
            • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of transformation initiatives.
            • Provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on project progress, challenges, and achievements.Continuous Improvement:
              • Establish mechanisms for ongoing optimization and scaling of ERP solutions post-implementation.
              • Stay informed of industry trends and emerging technologies to guide future enhancements.QualificationsEducation:
                • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Technology, or related field; MBA or relevant master's degree preferred.Experience:
                  • 10+ years of experience in business transformation, program management, or ERP implementation.
                  • Proven track record of leading end-to-end ERP transformation projects, with systems like Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce, etc.Skills and Competencies:
                    • Deep understanding of business systems and their role in driving business outcomes.
                    • Strong analytical skills to assess business needs and translate them into technology solutions.
                    • Excellent leadership and team management capabilities.
                    • Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication at all organizational levels.
                    • Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).Certifications:
                      • PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management certifications preferred.
                      • ERP-specific certifications in MS Dynamics D365 are a plus.Key Competencies:
                        • Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
                        • Strong business acumen and operational financial literacy.
                        • Expertise in organizational change management.
                        • Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
                        • Resilience and adaptability in managing complex transformations.About RambusRambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity, and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop the cutting-edge products and technologies essential for tomorrow's systems.Rambus offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program, and gym membership.The US salary range for this full-time position is $172,300.00 to $320,100.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.Rambus is committed to cultivating a culture where we actively seek to understand, respect, and celebrate the complex and rich identities of ourselves and others. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives are geared towards valuing the differences in backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts at Rambus to help enhance collaboration, teamwork, engagement, and innovation. At Rambus, we believe that we can be our best when every member of our organization feels respected, included, and heard.Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application.Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.For more information about Rambus, visit . For additional information on life at Rambus and our current openings, check out .#LI-BD1#LI-HYBRID
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