Senior Manager, AMR Regional Deployment – Finance Function Lead

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

This role is responsible for leading the successful implementation of global finance programs across the Americas. Acting as a key liaison between global teams and regional stakeholders, the position will ensure finance solutions are localized effectively, processes are optimized, and adoption is driven across the business. The role requires strong cross-functional leadership, influence, and execution rigor, along with the ability to travel up to 50% to support regional engagement and on-site implementation efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Change Management

  • Serve as a senior change agent and champion for the ERP program, promoting process simplification and standardization across the enterprise.

  • Represent the region in global forums, providing insights into unique legal, statutory, and regulatory requirements.

  • Lead cross-functional teams, collaborating with regional SMEs and business leaders to drive program success.

  • Challenge the status quo and advocate for innovative solutions that align with organizational objectives.

• Program Management & Execution

  • Oversee planning and execution of ERP workshops, ensuring phased deployment and localization of entities.

  • Develop and validate solutions that minimize customization, adhering to global templates and the 60/30/10 program methodology.

  • Facilitate end-to-end process mapping, interim state definition, and data readiness activities, including migration, conversion, and validation.

  • Ensure comprehensive stakeholder representation from diverse business models and segments.

• Operational Excellence

  • Lead test planning and execution for Functional Unit Testing (FUT), System Integration Testing (SIT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including defect validation and coordination with end users.

  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training curricula, and support materials for regional deployment.

  • Drive deployment readiness and cutover planning, ensuring user and SME resource alignment.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Provide ongoing communication and stakeholder management, articulating the vision and change impacts of the solution.

  • Support change enablement initiatives, including role mapping and user readiness.

  • Contribute to the development and validation of functional and technical design documentation.

• Performance Monitoring & Reporting

  • Utilize project management tools (e.g., ADO) to monitor progress and ensure timely delivery of program milestones.

  • Report regularly to senior leadership on deployment status, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading large-scale ERP deployments or finance transformation initiatives.

• Deep functional expertise (10+ years) in Finance (Record to Report, General Accounting, Fixed Assets, AR/AP, Intercompany, etc.).

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to influence across regions and functions, driving alignment and results.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment preferred.

• Ability to travel up to 50%

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-impact transformation initiative with visibility across the enterprise.

• Shape the future of finance operations and contribute to lasting change.

• Influence enterprise-wide process improvements and drive innovation in a global setting.

• Gain exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making forums.

• Expand your professional network across regions, functions, and business segments.

The estimated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 plus bonus.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.