Director, Global Applications Management

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

HuFriedyGroup is seeking a strategic Director, Global Applications Management to lead the technology backbone powering our global healthcare business. You will own the strategy, delivery, and evolution of enterprise applications supporting finance, supply chain, operations, and customer-facing functions.

The role requires deep enterprise applications expertise, business acumen, and a passion for modernization, digital transformation, and AI-enabled initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS/IT/Business Admin or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise technology, application delivery, architecture, or IT operations.
• Proven leadership in managing enterprise-scale platforms and transformation programs.
• Ability to travel approximately 15–20% in a matrixed global environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape enterprise technology strategy across ERP, CRM, and core platforms.
• Lead large-scale enterprise transformation programs and M&A integrations.
• Drive modernization, standardization, and cost optimization across applications.
• Build and lead high-performing teams with governance and delivery discipline.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

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Director, Global Applications Management

Full-Time Exempt Employee Northbrook, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1467

Salary Range: $175,000.00 To $190,000.00 Annually

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Director, Global Applications Management

Lead the technology backbone that powers a global healthcare business.

HuFriedyGroup is seeking a strategic and transformational technology leader to join our Information Technology team as Director, Global Applications Management. In this highly visible leadership role, you will own the strategy, delivery, and evolution of the enterprise application ecosystem that supports our global finance, supply chain, operations, commercial, and customer-facing functions.

This position is ideal for a leader who combines deep enterprise applications expertise with strong business acumen and a passion for driving modernization, operational excellence, and digital transformation. You'll help shape the future of our technology landscape while leading critical initiatives across ERP, Salesforce, eCommerce, AI, automation, and M&A integrations.

What You'll Do

Shape Enterprise Technology Strategy

• Define and execute the global application roadmap across ERP, CRM, and other core enterprise platforms.
• Drive application modernization, standardization, and rationalization initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce complexity.
• Develop investment strategies that balance innovation, business value, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Partner with executive leadership to align technology priorities with business growth objectives.

Lead Enterprise Transformation Programs

• Oversee large-scale enterprise programs including ERP, CRM, supply chain, procurement, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Lead technology integration efforts associated with mergers and acquisitions, including system assessments, data migration, and platform consolidation.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and data-driven capabilities to improve productivity and decision-making across the enterprise.
• Ensure strong governance, execution discipline, and value realization across strategic initiatives.

Enable Business Growth & Digital Innovation

• Partner closely with business leaders to translate operational needs into scalable technology solutions.
• Collaborate with Digital Solutions teams to support eCommerce and customer-facing platforms through effective enterprise systems integration.
• Drive improvements across order-to-cash, pricing, fulfillment, and other critical business processes.

Build & Lead High-Performing Teams

• Lead and develop teams responsible for enterprise architecture, application delivery, and ongoing platform support.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Establish scalable governance, prioritization, and delivery frameworks that support business agility and growth.

Travel up to 20% including internationally

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise technology, application delivery, architecture, or IT operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing enterprise-scale platforms and transformation programs.
• Experience working within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Ability to travel approximately 15%.

Preferred Experience & Expertise

Enterprise Applications & ERP

• Strong experience developing and executing enterprise application strategies within a global environment.
• Deep understanding of ERP, CRM, finance, supply chain, and integrated business systems.
• Experience leading application consolidation, modernization, and optimization efforts.
• Success leading vendor selection, RFP processes, and strategic technology partnerships.
• Experience managing application portfolios, budgets, and total cost of ownership.
• Strong background in enterprise architecture, system integration, and governance.
• Expertise in program governance, risk management, and executive stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to drive alignment across multiple business functions and leadership teams.

M&A Integration

• Experience leading technology integration efforts associated with acquisitions.
• Strong understanding of data migration, platform harmonization, and systems consolidation.
• Experience applying AI, automation, and data-driven solutions to improve business performance.
• Passion for continuous improvement and leveraging technology to drive measurable business outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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