It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the General South, through building strong partnerships. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security and improving natural resources.

The Business Systems

Manager demonstrates the following competencies and observable behaviors to ensure successful delivery of CIMMYT's ERP initiatives. Deep hands-on understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance & Operations/Customer Engagement), data model, extensions, and ALM. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Power BI/Fabric for enterprise analytics, data modeling, DAX, and governance.

Microsoft

Azure services (App Service, Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus, Key Vault, Azure AD/Entra ID) and DevOps pipelines (CI/CD).

Database and integration: SQL Server, data warehousing concepts, REST/JSON, OData, SOAP, and secure API design. JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern front-end frameworks for ERP-related customizations and portals. Ideally, working knowledge of SAP Concur (expense, travel, invoice) integrations and Sapience platform configuration and data flows. sets clear goals, mentors, and conducts constructive performance feedback. encourages peer reviews, coding standards, and knowledge sharing.

Promotes a DevOps culture emphasizing collaboration, continuous feedback, automation, and learning across internal teams and external partners, reducing handoffs and accelerating value delivery. Defines and controls Scope of Work (SoW) for outsourced partners; ensures deliverables meet quality, timeline,



and budget.

Applies

Agile/iterative practices and ERP release management; ensures robust testing and UAT sign‐off. Owns risk/issue logs, mitigations, and change control; Drives a DevOps operating model that integrates Agile development practices with Lean operations, fostering shared accountability across development, testing, release, and post-production support. Adheres to organizational standards, secure-by-design principles, and DevOps governance practices, ensuring traceability from backlog to deployment and production monitoring.

Ensures compliance with data protection and audit requirements; Implements role-based access and environment segregation (dev/test/uat/prod). Drives internal communities of practice and training paths for the team. Uses DevOps and Lean metrics to identify bottlenecks, reduce cycle time, and continuously improve ERP delivery throughput and reliability.

Requirements Minimum of 6 years of experience in a similar managerial role within ERP development. Deep knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI/Fabric, Azure services, SQL Server, .NET framework, JavaScript, and API integrations.

Experience with SAP Concur and Sapience platforms. Proven track record in managing budgets, timelines, and quality deliverables. Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Benefits The position is for an initial fixed-term for three (3) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT's internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, car, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children's education, paid vacation, annual home travel airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment. IRS26174 Business Systems Manager.

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