Sr. Internal Audit Manager - ERP Implementation & Analytics in Watford

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

The role combines strategic oversight of ERP implementation audits with hands‑on leadership in risk assessment, control design, and process improvement. The successful candidate will serve as a key liaison between Internal Audit, Business stakeholders, IT teams, and third‑party partners throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers the unique opportunity to influence the execution of control frameworks in a transformative technology project while leveraging data analytics and automation to enhance audit effectiveness. You will bring a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to ensure the successful delivery of this strategic initiative.

• Execute all phases (planning, fieldwork, and reporting) of global, large‑scale ERP implementation audits, which include, but are not limited to, performing walkthroughs, documenting process flows, testing, and communicating results to stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate with third‑party vendors/consultants on ERP implementation audit activities.
• Identify and assess risks associated with ERP implementation and integration.
• Evaluate controls to ensure data integrity, security, and system access within ERP systems, protecting against unauthorized access, breaches, and inaccuracies.
• Review ERP systems to identify risks to comply with relevant laws and standards.
• Provide guidance on SOX compliance requirements throughout the ERP implementation lifecycle.
• Contribute to the execution of audit procedures to assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT processes and controls.
• Document accurate and detailed work papers clearly describing the audit procedures, the result of work performed, and conclusions reached.
• Evaluate test results and formulate conclusions and recommendations on the effectiveness of internal controls and efficiency of the process.
• Monitor and report on key project milestones and audit deliverables to senior management.
• Identify and implement data analytics improvements and automation opportunities to increase the efficiency and impact of audit procedures.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with stakeholders to build trust and credibility.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems or related fields.
• Must have experience with pre‑ and post‑implementations and/or large‑scale technology transformation projects.
• Industry certifications in audit, security, and/or technology (e.g., CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CISA).
• Strong understanding of concepts related to information systems audit, information security, general IT controls, application controls, integrations, and technology risks.
• Strong understanding of commonly used internal control frameworks including COSO, COBIT, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and related business process control activities.
• Working knowledge of SOX compliance requirements and their application in ERP environments.
• Working knowledge of cloud‑based systems and compliance in cloud environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to succinctly present complex technical issues and improvement opportunities to senior leadership, develop executive‑level presentations and reports, facilitate discussions across all organizational levels, and build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in computer software and data analytics tools (e.g., Dataiku, IDEA, Tableau) and automation technologies (e.g., UiPath RPA), with demonstrated experience in implementing automated audit procedures.
• Ability to understand broader business implications of IT matters and hence consider business risk in addition to IT risk.
• Ability to convey complex technical information to a non‑technical audience.
• Self‑starter that enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Highly detail‑oriented along with the ability to deliver high‑quality work.
• Strong prioritization and multitasking skills.
• Curious and willing to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA implementations preferred.