Applications and Data Engineering Manager

Jobot; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Life & disability insurance

401(k) plan + Bonus

Paid holidays & PTO

Exceptional company culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Manufacturing ERP & Enterprise Applications Manager in Maryland to own Infor XA ERP performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. You will partner with Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Operations to optimize ERP functionality and drive business-process improvements.

The role leads ERP support, upgrades, integrations, and complex issue resolution, ensuring data integrity, security, and internal controls while developing an ERP roadmap for a future

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT applications experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong ERP experience, preference for Infor XA/IBM i or similar platforms.
• Experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, or major transformations.
• Manufacturing/industrial environment experience preferred.
• Understanding of Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations processes.
• Knowledge of systems integration, enterprise apps, and data architecture.
• Experience building application governance and roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Own performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of the Infor XA ERP environment.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to optimize ERP functionality.
• Lead ERP support, enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and complex issue resolution.
• Ensure system integrity, data accuracy, security, and compliance with internal controls.
• Improve user adoption through training, documentation, communication, and ongoing support.
• Develop and lead the ERP roadmap, including evaluation and implementation of a future ERP platform.
• Define and execute an enterprise applications strategy aligned with long-term objectives.

Skills

ERP leadership

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

IT governance

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/CS/Business

Tools

Infor XA

IBM i

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

Amazing opportunity for an applications expert to join an industry leading manufacturing company!

Job Details

Manufacturing ERP & Enterprise Applications Manager

What you will do

• Own the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of the Infor XA ERP environment.
• Partner with Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to optimize ERP functionality and improve business processes.
• Lead ERP support, enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and complex issue resolution.
• Ensure system integrity, data accuracy, security, and compliance with internal controls.
• Improve user adoption through effective training, documentation, communication, and ongoing support.
• Develop and lead the ERP roadmap, including the evaluation, selection, and implementation of a future ERP platform.
• Define and execute an enterprise applications strategy aligned with long-term business objectives and growth.
• Evaluate the application portfolio to identify opportunities to reduce redundancy, simplify the technology environment, and minimize technical debt.
• Drive integration and interoperability across enterprise systems and platforms.
• Deliver accurate, actionable reporting aligned with key financial and operational KPIs.
• Establish and maintain data governance standards covering data quality, definitions, ownership, and accessibility.
• Establish best practices for the full lifecycle of enterprise applications and data platforms, from implementation through ongoing support and optimization.
• Develop scalable application support and service management processes, incorporating ITIL-aligned practices where appropriate.
• Establish and maintain readiness for ISO 27001 requirements.
• Develop meaningful KPIs and SLAs to measure application performance, service delivery, and support effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, system integrators, consultants, and third-party service providers.
• Build strong partnerships across Information Systems, Finance, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, and executive leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT applications experience, including experience in leadership roles.
• Strong ERP experience, with a preference for Infor XA, IBM i, or similar manufacturing-focused ERP platforms.
• Demonstrated experience leading or making significant contributions to ERP implementations, upgrades, or major business transformations.
• Experience supporting technology within a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of business processes across areas such as:
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Supply Chain and Procurement
  • Manufacturing and Operations
  • Inventory and Production
• Strong knowledge of systems integration, enterprise applications, and data architecture.
• Experience developing application support models, governance frameworks, and technology roadmaps.
• Experience managing technology vendors, system integrators, consultants, and offshore resources.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.

A bit about us

Our client is a growing organization that works collaboratively with clients in the construction, government, manufacturing and more!

Why join us?

• Annual Bonus!
• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Life & disability insurance
• 401(k) plan + Bonus
• Paid holidays & PTO
• Exceptional company culture focused on safety, teamwork, and growth

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