A.O. Smith

Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Please Note : At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Primary Function The SAP Supply Chain Senior Solutions Architect is responsible for defining, governing, and delivering enterprise supply chain technology solutions with a primary focus on SAP Materials Management (MM) and related business processes. This role serves as a strategic technology leader for Materials Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Master Data, Logistics Execution, Inventory Management, and Warehouse Management capabilities. The position partners closely with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, vendors, and delivery teams to develop technology roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure scalable, secure, and sustainable solutions that support business objectives. Role Specific Responsibilities Solution Architecture & Strategy Lead architecture and solution design activities for SAP MM and related Supply Chain processes. Define and maintain the long-term technology roadmap for Materials Management and supporting Supply Chain applications. Ensure alignment of solutions with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity requirements, and business strategy. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend opportunities for modernization, automation, AI, and digital transformation. Business Process & Functional Leadership Provide subject matter expertise in: SAP Materials Management (MM) Procurement and Purchasing Vendor Management MM Master Data Governance Logistics Execution Inventory Management and Warehouse Management (WM/EWM) Collaborate with business leaders to identify process improvements and technology opportunities. Translate business requirements into scalable solution architectures and implementation roadmaps. Application Ownership & Integration Own the architecture, support strategy, and lifecycle management for SAP MM and associated Supply Chain solutions. Provide architectural oversight for integrations between SAP and non-SAP applications. Maintain accountability for business-critical integrated solutions, including vendor portals, external supply chain applications, and related platforms. Ensure system reliability, performance, scalability, and supportability. Governance & Delivery Lead architecture reviews and solution governance activities. Establish and enforce design standards, best practices, and development guidelines. Support project delivery teams through design reviews, risk assessments, and solution validation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Supply Chain Systems. Vendor & Stakeholder Management Manage strategic relationships with software vendors, implementation partners, and service providers. Provide technical leadership and guidance to analysts, developers, and project teams. Influence business and technology stakeholders through effective communication and strategic planning. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. 7+ years of experience in SAP Supply Chain solution architecture, consulting, implementation, or enterprise application leadership. Deep expertise in SAP Materials Management (MM), Procurement, Vendor Management, Material Master, Logistics Execution, and Inventory Management Experience supporting SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA environments including SAP Configuration, Functional Specifications, Testing, SAP Implementations, Material Master, Purchasing Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-scale solution design and architecture governance. Experience integrating SAP solutions with non-SAP applications and external platforms. Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading large-scale ERP transformation or modernization initiatives. Knowledge of enterprise integration platforms, APIs, middleware, and cloud technologies. Experience with data governance, master data management, and reporting solutions. SAP certification(s) in MM, S/4HANA, or related Supply Chain disciplines. Experience with SAP WM and/or SAP EWM. Success Measures Delivery of scalable, secure, and supportable Supply Chain solutions. Alignment of technology investments with business strategy and roadmap objectives. Improved operational efficiency, process standardization, and user experience. Effective governance of SAP and integrated Supply Chain platforms. Strong vendor partnerships and successful execution of strategic initiatives, We Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. ADA Statement & EEO Statement In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Please Note : At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Primary Function Responsible for recommending and advising direction on supply chain technology solutions, leading project implementations and technical design solutions for specific SAP modules, functional and/or business areas. Understands the business strategy of functions/areas, including Materials Management, Production Planning, as well as Demand and Supply Planning. Works with the business to define business requirements, create functional specifications, and deliver system configuration to enhance system performance. Communicates and coordinates with other team leads, business leadership, and Project Owners to ensure appropriate integration of processes and modules across the enterprise. Participates in critical path activities and resolves issues or escalates issues to the Project Owner as needed. Advises on the design and implementation of new business processes with organizational structure and required SAP configuration. Supports the business by assigning Service Now support tasks, completing support tasks, and monitoring performance of task completion across all supply chain and operations areas. Supports the business by leading project implementations and completing system enhancements to optimize business performance. Responsibilities Provide the highest levels of production support to materials management, production planning, production execution, as well as demand and supply planning. This includes collaborating with internal and external resources to provide the highest level of support to the business. Lead solution designs, enhancements, and sustainability in the areas of materials management, production planning, and production execution. Provide technical and functional expertise to develop functional designs and solutions to support Technical Developers in design and development of ECC solutions based on business needs - RICEFW objects and customizations. Participate in functional and technical reviews to validate designs involved in SAP and non-SAP solutions - Materials Management, Production Planning, and production execution. Provide recommendations and execution strategies to solve complex business issues. Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart. Anticipate and manage stakeholder needs. Discuss and develop potential solutions to support Supply Chain Integrated Business Planning Areas. Support the execution of MM, PP, and production execution in test scripts and provide support in defect resolution. Understand end user's business needs, define requirements using existing SAP templates for SAP technologies/system enhancements, and communicate these to SAP functional teams. Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, Computer Science, or a related field Minimum of 10 years related work experience ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: At least 5 life cycle implementations of SAP ECC IBP suite - Demand Forecasting, Supply and Response, preferred Strong knowledge of supply chain business processes, inventory control, material movements, and warehouse operations. Experience with SAP interfaces, APIs, IDocs, BAPIs, and integration frameworks. Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems and shop floor automation. Experience supporting manufacturing plant personnel with day-to-day ERP system processes Flexibility, adaptability, and process improvement approach Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Strong written and verbal communication skills MBA preferred -Related Field We Offer Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. ADA Statement & EEO Statement In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Please Note : At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Primary Function As a Senior Manager, IT Regulatory Compliance, you will be a member of the Business Technology Solutions (IT) leadership team, reporting directly to the CISO. The team is responsible for proactively planning and executing focused strategies to establish and maintain operational, financial, and regulatory controls globally. The Senior Manager, IT Regulatory Compliance leads the company's second-line oversight of technology risk, controls, and regulatory compliance. This role has primary accountability for SOX IT compliance (ITGCs/ITACs/SoD), global IT control standardization/governance, and enterprise alignment with industry cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, COSO). In addition, this position helps shape and drive the technology and security aspects of global privacy and data protection compliance programs (e.g., GDPR, India's DPDP Act, China's PIPL, CCPA/CPRA, and other applicable regional regulations), partnering closely with Legal/Privacy, Information Security, IT, Finance/Controllership, Internal Audit, and global business leaders. Success in the role means ensuring technology and data risks are appropriately identified, controlled, and monitored across the enterprise-covering ERP platforms (SAP), supporting financial applications, infrastructure, hosted/cloud environments, third parties, and new system implementations-while enabling compliant handling of personal data. As Senior Manager, you will set the vision and roadmap for scalable controls and governance, drive audit and regulatory readiness, and act as a thought leader who influences stakeholders and delivers measurable program outcomes. Responsibilities SPECIFIC DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES Thought Leadership and Executive Influence - Serve as a visible thought leader for technology risk and regulatory compliance, translating evolving requirements into practical strategy, roadmaps, and decisions. Communicate risk posture, control health, key issues, and program outcomes to the CISO and senior leadership with clear, business-focused insights. Program Governance, Metrics, and Continuous Improvement - Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Define and monitor program KPIs/KRIs (e.g., control effectiveness, remediation aging, regulatory obligations tracking), identify trends and emerging risks, and drive control optimization and automation initiatives. Lead 2nd-Line SOX IT Compliance Oversight - Own governance and oversight of SOX, ensuring compliance with ICFR requirements and consistent execution across ERPs and supporting technologies (e.g., ITGCs, ITACs, SoD), including control design standards, evidence quality, and remediation governance. Establish and Maintain Global Technology and Privacy Control Standards - Design, standardize, and maintain global control frameworks and evidence standards spanning IT controls (SOX/ICFR) and technology-enabled privacy requirements (e.g., access, logging, encryption, retention/deletion, third-party controls) to drive consistency, scalability, and audit/regulatory readiness across regions and systems. Align Controls with Leading Frameworks and Regulatory Requirements - Partner closely with Information Security and Legal/Privacy leadership to ensure alignment with applicable frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST, COSO, ISO 27001/27701 as applicable, GDPR, India DPDP, China PIPL, CCPA/CPRA), and translate obligations into clear, testable control requirements. Security-by-Design Oversight across SDLC and Implementations - Provide 2nd line oversight across SDLC phases and major system implementations ensuring controls are designed and executed to appropriately mitigate risk, procedures are executed in alignment with internal policies, and security and privacy requirements are appropriately embedded. Serve as Primary Audit and Regulatory Liaison (Technology Controls) - Serve as a key technology risk and compliance contact for Internal Audit, external auditors, and (as applicable) regulatory inquiries related to technology controls and technology-enabled privacy requirements. Partner with Internal Audit to ensure audits and SOX procedures are planned, performed, and executed timely. Support consistent effective control execution and provide ongoing training to foster an effective environment and enhance efficiency. Drive Issue Management and Remediation - Assess control deficiencies and compliance findings, govern and drive the identification, root cause analysis, risk acceptance/escalation, and remediation action plan development by partnering with control owners and operations teams. Global Regulatory Compliance Enablement (Privacy and Technology) - Partner with Legal/Privacy, PMOs, IT Infrastructure, Security and IT leadership to drive compliance with internal policies, technology standards, and applicable privacy regulations. Enable consistent operational execution of privacy requirements through governance mechanisms (e.g., records of processing support, data retention/deletion controls, DSAR enablement inputs, vendor/third-party privacy risk oversight, and incident/breach response coordination inputs), and develop assurance procedures to validate ongoing compliance. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Accounting or a related field; MS or MBA is preferred. CISA or the ability to obtain within a year is required; additional professional certifications are preferred, such as CISM, CISSP, CIA, CPA, and privacy certifications (e.g., IAPP CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM) 8-12+ years of progressive experience in technology risk, IT audit, IT compliance, technology controls, and/or privacy risk and regulatory compliance within complex, global organizations (public accounting and/or global manufacturing preferred) Deep expertise in COSO and NIST frameworks (and familiarity with privacy/security standards such as ISO 27001/27701 and common privacy control concepts), including performing audit procedures against standards or assessing and implementing controls Strong knowledge of IT general and automated controls, ICFR concepts, and control design/testing, plus the ability to translate privacy regulatory obligations (e.g., GDPR, DPDP, PIPL, CCPA/CPRA) into practical, testable technology and process controls Prior experience with SAP (ECC, BW, GRC, ECP, S/4HANA) and understanding configuration and best practices Demonstrated experience supporting or overseeing SDLC activities and system implementations Experience evaluating third-party service providers SOC reports Experience with control automation, continuous controls monitoring, and continuous improvement Proven ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed organization Effective and impactful executive-level communication and presentation skills; able to influence outcomes and drive decisions across IT, Security, Legal/Privacy, Finance, and the business Strong judgment and risk prioritization capabilities Ability to influence without authority Pragmatic, business-oriented approach to compliance Continuous improvement mindset ADDITIONAL QUALIFICIATIONS: Exposure to hosted environments, cloud platforms, and experience assessing cloud migration risks (including privacy, residency, and third-party data processing considerations) is a plus Exposure to GRC applications, IAM solutions and Audit tools is preferred Experience building or operating elements of a privacy compliance program (e.g., privacy risk assessments/DPIAs, records of processing, vendor/third-party risk, data retention/deletion governance, and support for DSAR processes) is a plus Proven management experience leading high-performing teams with global responsibilities Experience presenting to executive leadership and audit committees is a plus We Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. ADA Statement & EEO Statement In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. . click apply for full job details

A. O. Smith seeks a Senior Manager of IT Regulatory Compliance to lead global IT compliance across its manufacturing operations. In this performance-driven, safety-focused environment, you will design and govern controls aligned with SOX, ISO, NIST, and data protection requirements. You will partner with IT, security, audit, and plant operations to assess risk, manage audits, and drive remediation. This role shapes policy, delivers training, and reports key metrics to leadership, supporting continuous improvement, innovation, and long-term stability in a global enterprise. Responsibilities Lead IT regulatory compliance strategy for global manufacturing operations Ensure adherence to SOX, ISO, NIST, and data protection requirements Develop, implement, and maintain IT compliance policies and controls Partner with IT, security, audit, and operations to manage risk Oversee compliance assessments, audits, and remediation plans Monitor evolving regulations and translate into IT requirements Manage IT compliance documentation and evidence repositories Provide training and guidance to IT and business stakeholders Report compliance status, risks, and KPIs to senior leadership Support incident response and root-cause analysis for compliance issues Required Skills IT regulatory compliance SOX ITGC controls Risk assessment and mitigation Information security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) IT audit and remediation management Policy and procedure development Vendor and third-party risk management Incident and issue management Data privacy and protection controls Compliance reporting and metrics

A. O. Smith seeks a Senior Supply Chain Solutions SAP Architect to lead design and optimization of SAP-based supply chain processes for a global manufacturing network. In this role, you will architect end-to-end planning, procurement, production, and logistics solutions, integrating SAP with MES, WMS, and other enterprise systems. You will collaborate with operations, engineering, and IT to translate business requirements into scalable SAP designs, guide configuration, data, and testing activities, and drive continuous improvement, performance, and reliability across our supply chain landscape. Responsibilities Architect SAP-based end-to-end supply chain solutions across planning, procurement, production, and logistics. Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and operations leaders to translate business requirements into scalable SAP designs. Lead solution design, functional specifications, configuration direction, and integration with MES, WMS, TMS, and other systems. Oversee testing, data migration, cutover, and stabilization activities for new or enhanced SAP capabilities. Analyze supply chain performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives leveraging SAP and related tools. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to SAP and supply chain project teams. Ensure solution alignment with global architecture, security, and compliance standards at A. O. Smith. Support incident resolution and root cause analysis for critical supply chain system issues. Required Skills SAP S/4 HANA or ECC (SD/MM/PP/APO/IBP) SAP supply chain solution architecture Manufacturing and production planning processes Integrations with MES, WMS, TMS and ERP systems Business process mapping and optimization SAP configuration and functional design documentation Data migration and master data management Project leadership and stakeholder management Testing, validation, and deployment (cutover) Analytics and reporting for supply chain KPIs