Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Period
From April 22, 2026
to June 06, 2026
Country or region
Canada
Location
Montréal, Québec
Business Unit
Bio-Ingredients
Department
Finance / IT - ERP
Entry date
To be determined
Job Status
Permanent - Full time
Minimal required work experience
5 years
Minimal education level required
Bachelor's Degree
Salary
Based on experience
Benefits
Competitive social benefits
BUSINESS SYSTEMS MANAGER
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Business Unit: Lallemand Bio-Ingredients (LBI)
Location: Montreal, Canada (open to Canada or U.S.-based candidates; East Coast)
Travel: International travel required – hybrid (2-3 days in Montreal)
Reports to: VP Global Supply Chain & Business Systems Direct
Reports: 6 FTE (Business Systems Team)
Lallemand Bio-Ingredients (LBI) is a business unit of Lallemand, Inc., a family-owned multinational company active in the food, feed, health, and biotechnology industries. LBI operates a network of nine production sites across North America and Europe, supplying high-value food ingredient solutions to customers worldwide.
As part of Lallemand’s ongoing digital transformation, LBI is implementing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations ERP platform and strengthening its enterprise systems landscape to support growth, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making.
Position Summary
The Business Systems Manager is responsible for leading, governing, and continuously improving LBI’s business applications landscape. This role acts as the primary interface between LBI and Corporate IT, ensuring that enterprise systems effectively support LBI’s operational, commercial, and strategic needs.
The Business Systems Manager will lead ERP implementation and optimization efforts, own master data governance, guide system-related aspects of acquisitions, and manage a team of business systems professionals. The role requires strong leadership, deep ERP expertise, and the ability to translate business needs into scalable, robust system solutions.
Key Responsibilities
ERP Leadership & Digital Transformation
- Lead and support the implementation, rollout, and stabilization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations across LBI sites.
- Guide local subsidiaries through ERP deployment, change management, and adoption.
- Act as business owner for ERP processes, ensuring alignment between system design and business requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives post go-live to enhance usability, performance, and value realization.
Business Systems Strategy & Governance
- Define and maintain the business systems roadmap for LBI, aligned with BU and corporate strategy.
- Create a clear vision for how systems such as ERP, CRM, PLM, BI, and AI-enabled tools support business objectives.
- Ensure system standardization while allowing for necessary local business requirements.
- Serve as the primary LBI counterpart to Corporate IT, ensuring solutions meet LBI-specific operational needs.
Master Data & Data Quality
- Own and lead Master Data Governance for LBI across all core systems.
- Establish data ownership, standards, policies, and controls.
- Drive initiatives to continuously improve data quality, consistency, and reliability.
- Partner with business stakeholders to embed data governance into daily operations.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Build, lead, and develop the LBI Business Systems team (6 FTE).
- Set clear objectives, roles, and performance expectations.
- Coach team members on business process understanding, systems expertise, and stakeholder management.
- Ensure adequate functional and technical coverage across applications and geographies.
Stakeholder & Change Management
- Act as a trusted advisor to BU leadership, site management, and functional teams.
- Translate business requirements into system designs and implementation plans.
- Lead communication, training, and change management activities related to system initiatives.
- Balance global standards with local operational realities.
Business Continuity & Risk Management
- Lead LBI’s business continuity planning (BCP) from a systems and data perspective.
- Ensure system resilience, backup strategies, and disaster recovery readiness.
- Identify and mitigate IT and data-related operational risks.
Budget & Vendor Management
- Own budgeting and cost control for LBI business systems and related initiatives.
- Manage external vendors, implementation partners, and software providers.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
M&A and Integration Support
- Lead systems-related aspects of acquisitions and integrations.
- Assess system landscapes of acquired entities and define integration strategies.
- Coordinate data migration, system harmonization, and process alignment.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Required
- 5+ years of experience in a Business Systems, IT Business Partner, or ERP leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on and functional understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
- Experience working with Microsoft 365 solutions, including Microsoft Dynamics CRM (Sales / Customer Engagement).
- Demonstrated experience managing teams and working across cultures and geographies.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes (finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales).
- Experience with systems such as: ERP, CRM, PLM, Business Intelligence / Analytics platforms, Emerging AI-enabled business tools
An asset
- Master’s degree (MBA or similar).
- Experience in manufacturing, food, feed, life sciences, or process industries is strongly preferred
PERSONAL ABILITIES
Required
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Ability to influence without authority and work effectively with both business and IT stakeholders.
- Structured, analytical thinker with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication skills in an international, matrix organization.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-changing, transformation-driven environment.
GENERAL CRITERIA
Required
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required (up to 25%)
- Flexibility in working hours to ensure sufficient overlap with European sites.
ORGANIZATION
Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.
Lallemand's Bio-Ingredients business unit has decades of experience as a quality yeast producer for the savory, health, and biotech industries.
We produce a wide range of products including yeast extracts, inactive yeasts and their derivatives for flavour enhancers, enriched mineral and vitamin yeasts for the health supplement and health food markets, and high-grade yeast extracts for the biotech industry. These products are propelled across the globe thanks to our impressive reach and a large dedicated team that serves our customers worldwide.
The Bio-Ingredients team is proud of the strong partnerships it has forged with its clients, relying on trust and cooperation in order to develop custom solutions for each individual business. Check out the available career opportunities in North America and several European countries.
Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Not the right fit? Search for Business Systems Manager jobs in Montréal, QC
About Lallemand
Lallemand is a privately owned company, founded at the end of the 19th century that researches, develops, produces and markets yeasts, bacteria and related products with the aim of reproducing, managing and optimizing natural fermentation processes in agri-food industries. Administrative offices for the parent company are in Montreal, Canada.
Today, Lallemand employs more than 4300 people working across more than 45 countries, on 5 continents.
We are more than a global leader in yeast and bacterial cultures. We are both an international company and a family business that relies on the expertise of its employees to thrive.
Working at Lallemand means enjoying the stature of a century-old company that is constantly growing, and having career opportunities around the globe at your fingertips.
Do you value passion, collaboration, innovation, and autonomy? If so, we want to get to know you!
At Lallemand, you will find a team that is dedicated to offering its best to each client. We have a direct impact on the daily lives of millions, so we must always remain one step ahead – this means constantly staying attentive to our clients and anticipating their needs.
If your personal aspirations align with ours, take a look at our job postings. You might just find your next professional challenge!
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Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Period
From April 22, 2026
to June 06, 2026
Country or region
Canada
Location
Montréal, Québec
Business Unit
Bio-Ingredients
Department
Finance / IT - ERP
Entry date
To be determined
Job Status
Permanent - Full time
Minimal required work experience
5 years
Minimal education level required
Bachelor's Degree
Salary
Based on experience
Benefits
Competitive social benefits
BUSINESS SYSTEMS MANAGER
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Business Unit: Lallemand Bio-Ingredients (LBI)
Location: Montreal, Canada (open to Canada or U.S.-based candidates; East Coast)
Travel: International travel required – hybrid (2-3 days in Montreal)
Reports to: VP Global Supply Chain & Business Systems Direct
Reports: 6 FTE (Business Systems Team)
Lallemand Bio-Ingredients (LBI) is a business unit of Lallemand, Inc., a family-owned multinational company active in the food, feed, health, and biotechnology industries. LBI operates a network of nine production sites across North America and Europe, supplying high-value food ingredient solutions to customers worldwide.
As part of Lallemand’s ongoing digital transformation, LBI is implementing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations ERP platform and strengthening its enterprise systems landscape to support growth, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making.
Position Summary
The Business Systems Manager is responsible for leading, governing, and continuously improving LBI’s business applications landscape. This role acts as the primary interface between LBI and Corporate IT, ensuring that enterprise systems effectively support LBI’s operational, commercial, and strategic needs.
The Business Systems Manager will lead ERP implementation and optimization efforts, own master data governance, guide system-related aspects of acquisitions, and manage a team of business systems professionals. The role requires strong leadership, deep ERP expertise, and the ability to translate business needs into scalable, robust system solutions.
Key Responsibilities
ERP Leadership & Digital Transformation
- Lead and support the implementation, rollout, and stabilization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations across LBI sites.
- Guide local subsidiaries through ERP deployment, change management, and adoption.
- Act as business owner for ERP processes, ensuring alignment between system design and business requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives post go-live to enhance usability, performance, and value realization.
Business Systems Strategy & Governance
- Define and maintain the business systems roadmap for LBI, aligned with BU and corporate strategy.
- Create a clear vision for how systems such as ERP, CRM, PLM, BI, and AI-enabled tools support business objectives.
- Ensure system standardization while allowing for necessary local business requirements.
- Serve as the primary LBI counterpart to Corporate IT, ensuring solutions meet LBI-specific operational needs.
Master Data & Data Quality
- Own and lead Master Data Governance for LBI across all core systems.
- Establish data ownership, standards, policies, and controls.
- Drive initiatives to continuously improve data quality, consistency, and reliability.
- Partner with business stakeholders to embed data governance into daily operations.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Build, lead, and develop the LBI Business Systems team (6 FTE).
- Set clear objectives, roles, and performance expectations.
- Coach team members on business process understanding, systems expertise, and stakeholder management.
- Ensure adequate functional and technical coverage across applications and geographies.
Stakeholder & Change Management
- Act as a trusted advisor to BU leadership, site management, and functional teams.
- Translate business requirements into system designs and implementation plans.
- Lead communication, training, and change management activities related to system initiatives.
- Balance global standards with local operational realities.
Business Continuity & Risk Management
- Lead LBI’s business continuity planning (BCP) from a systems and data perspective.
- Ensure system resilience, backup strategies, and disaster recovery readiness.
- Identify and mitigate IT and data-related operational risks.
Budget & Vendor Management
- Own budgeting and cost control for LBI business systems and related initiatives.
- Manage external vendors, implementation partners, and software providers.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
M&A and Integration Support
- Lead systems-related aspects of acquisitions and integrations.
- Assess system landscapes of acquired entities and define integration strategies.
- Coordinate data migration, system harmonization, and process alignment.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Required
- 5+ years of experience in a Business Systems, IT Business Partner, or ERP leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on and functional understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
- Experience working with Microsoft 365 solutions, including Microsoft Dynamics CRM (Sales / Customer Engagement).
- Demonstrated experience managing teams and working across cultures and geographies.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes (finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales).
- Experience with systems such as: ERP, CRM, PLM, Business Intelligence / Analytics platforms, Emerging AI-enabled business tools
An asset
- Master’s degree (MBA or similar).
- Experience in manufacturing, food, feed, life sciences, or process industries is strongly preferred
PERSONAL ABILITIES
Required
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Ability to influence without authority and work effectively with both business and IT stakeholders.
- Structured, analytical thinker with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication skills in an international, matrix organization.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-changing, transformation-driven environment.
GENERAL CRITERIA
Required
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required (up to 25%)
- Flexibility in working hours to ensure sufficient overlap with European sites.
ORGANIZATION
Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.
Lallemand's Bio-Ingredients business unit has decades of experience as a quality yeast producer for the savory, health, and biotech industries.
We produce a wide range of products including yeast extracts, inactive yeasts and their derivatives for flavour enhancers, enriched mineral and vitamin yeasts for the health supplement and health food markets, and high-grade yeast extracts for the biotech industry. These products are propelled across the globe thanks to our impressive reach and a large dedicated team that serves our customers worldwide.
The Bio-Ingredients team is proud of the strong partnerships it has forged with its clients, relying on trust and cooperation in order to develop custom solutions for each individual business. Check out the available career opportunities in North America and several European countries.
Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Not the right fit? Search for Business Systems Manager jobs in Montréal, QC
About Lallemand
Lallemand is a privately owned company, founded at the end of the 19th century that researches, develops, produces and markets yeasts, bacteria and related products with the aim of reproducing, managing and optimizing natural fermentation processes in agri-food industries. Administrative offices for the parent company are in Montreal, Canada.
Today, Lallemand employs more than 4300 people working across more than 45 countries, on 5 continents.
We are more than a global leader in yeast and bacterial cultures. We are both an international company and a family business that relies on the expertise of its employees to thrive.
Working at Lallemand means enjoying the stature of a century-old company that is constantly growing, and having career opportunities around the globe at your fingertips.
Do you value passion, collaboration, innovation, and autonomy? If so, we want to get to know you!
At Lallemand, you will find a team that is dedicated to offering its best to each client. We have a direct impact on the daily lives of millions, so we must always remain one step ahead – this means constantly staying attentive to our clients and anticipating their needs.
If your personal aspirations align with ours, take a look at our job postings. You might just find your next professional challenge!