Executive Director, Software Engineering

CVS Health is dedicated to building a more connected and compassionate health experience. They are seeking an Executive Director of Software Engineering to lead the enterprise ERP strategy and oversee the SAP S/4HANA platform, driving digital transformation and managing global teams.

Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the enterprise ERP strategy, aligning the SAP S/4HANA roadmap with corporate growth, M&A, and operating model objectives
• Lead full-lifecycle SAP S/4HANA programs at enterprise scale, including greenfield implementations, brownfield conversions, and selective data transitions across multiple geographies and business units
• Serve as the senior enterprise architect for the ERP platform, ensuring scalability, performance, and adherence to clean-core principles
• Translate complex transformation initiatives into clear value propositions for C-suite executives and the Board, including business case development and benefits realization tracking
• Own the design, implementation, and ongoing operations of SAP S/4HANA across Finance (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting), Controlling, Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Order-to-Cash
• Oversee integrations with adjacent enterprise platforms including SAP BTP, SAP Analytics Cloud, Ariba, SuccessFactors, Concur, Workday, Salesforce, and enterprise data and EDI ecosystems
• Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement across the order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, and plan-to-produce value streams
• Lead the operational model for ERP support, including managed-service partnerships, captive centers, and global support coverage
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global team of onshore and offshore resources, including managers, architects, functional leads, and external partners
• Manage strategic relationships with SAP, hyperscalers, and Tier 1 system integrators; lead RFP processes, contract negotiations, and vendor performance governance
• Partner closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial leadership as a strategic technology advisor

Requirements:

• 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience within the insurance industry, including life, retirement, and/or property & casualty carriers
• Hands-on experience delivering insurance regulatory and reporting programs, including LDTI, statutory reporting, GAAP/STAT dual-ledger requirements, and actuarial sub-ledger integration
• Demonstrated experience leading at least one full-lifecycle SAP S/4HANA Finance implementation, ideally including cloud deployment
• Deep expertise across SAP S/4HANA Finance modules (GL, FSCD, FPSL, MDG) and integrations with platforms such as Workday, BlackLine, Concur, BPC, and cloud data hubs
• Proven track record of leading global, distributed teams (onshore and offshore) and managing relationships with system integrators and managed-service providers
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree strongly preferred
• Experience leading or supporting RFPs, vendor selection, and joint go-to-market initiatives with software providers
• Familiarity with master data governance frameworks and enterprise data strategy
• Experience supporting controllership, FP&A, and ERP launch readiness for large transformation programs