Sr. Manager, Application Development & Support (SAP)

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Canada is seeking a Senior Manager to lead a team of SAP developers in Toronto. This role involves managing team performance and developing innovative solutions to enhance finance data and reporting. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience, a strong understanding of SAP systems, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Wellbeing support

Social recognition program

Paid day off for personal growth

Qualifications

• 5-8 years leading a team of developers.
• Hands-on experience in SW Design using SOLID Design principles.
• Knowledge of SAP FICO, S4 HANA, Agile methodology.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of around 10 SAP developers.
• Oversee ideation and implementation for Finance data and Reporting solutions.
• Work closely with clients and business partners to develop effective applications.

Skills

Business Operations

Change Management

Detail-Oriented

Finance

People Leadership

SAP Systems

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be joining the Core Banking and Payments Technology Line of Business within CIBC. As a Senior Manager, you'll manage a team of around 10 SAP developers, oversee the ideation and implementation of easy, flexible solutions that enhance Finance data and Reporting. You’ll work closely with your team to ensure appropriate delivery of support services, and ensure adherence to standards and operating procedures.

At CIBC, we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How You’ll Succeed

• Understanding Requirements – Track and analyze operating environment for specified services and implement corrective actions as needed. Work with clients and internal partners to determine, negotiate, and manage services to the agreed standards. Monitor service levels to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions.

• People Leadership – Lead and coach a high-performing team. Direct, motivate, and develop your team, maximizing their contributions and professional growth. Share knowledge and collaborate to develop effective solutions to problems.

• Relationship Management – Work closely with clients and business partners to develop, test, and implement application programs. Impact and improve the business by advising application owners on technology possibilities and requirements.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate experience with 5-8 years leading a team of developers and are a seasoned professional with the ability to coach and help develop other team members. You are a code quality champion with previous hands-on experience in SW Design using SOLID Design principles. We’re looking for someone with a pulse on futuristic innovative technology; deep understanding of CIBC’s processes and various teams in the eco-system; experience in solution design, SAP FICO, SAP BASIS, S4 HANA, SDI, FIORI, and SAC. It’s an asset if you have a good understanding of finance data, general ledger, and expense ledger. Knowledge of SAP financial eco-system is a big asset. Ideally, you understand patterns of designing applications for cloud and have knowledge of Agile methodology and experience working in a Scrum team.

• You have a degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.

• You are a bold and authentic leader. You're passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse, high-performing teams.

• You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work to deliver your best.

• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.

• Values matter to you. You bring your true self to work and live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 27th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Business Operations, Change Management, Detail-Oriented, Finance, People Leadership, SAP Systems, Teamwork