Senior Enterprise Applications Manager - Manufacturing

Connectly Recruiting

Spring Grove (IL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Connectly Recruiting seeks an experienced Software & Applications Manager to lead a team delivering enterprise business applications in a manufacturing setting. You will supervise developers, analysts, product owners, and architects to build, integrate, and optimize software and ERP systems, including JD Edwards.

This role demands strong leadership, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration with IT, OT, and data science teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
7–15 years of experience in software development, enterprise applications, or application management.
Minimum 3 years of IT or software development management experience leading teams of five or more.
Software development experience with .NET, JavaScript, or comparable programming languages.
Experience managing ERP applications, preferably JD Edwards.
Experience leading software development using Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
Experience implementing and maintaining secure software development practices.
Experience collaborating with data science teams on analytics, data engineering, automation, and related initiatives.
Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, establish priorities, and deliver solutions that support business objectives.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software developers, business systems analysts, product owners, and technical architects.
Oversee the development, enhancement, integration, and support of custom software, .NET applications, ERP systems, and other enterprise business applications.
Establish team objectives, performance expectations, professional development plans, and succession strategies.
Manage departmental budgets, external development resources, and technology investments.
Promote a collaborative, customer-focused culture emphasizing accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Oversee JD Edwards ERP applications, custom software solutions, system integrations, and related business applications.
Partner with manufacturing and business leaders to understand processes and translate requirements into technology solutions.
Develop application roadmaps and prioritize enhancements based on business value and needs.
Guide software architecture, application modernization, system integration, and technology selection.
Collaborate with data science teams on data accessibility, analytics, and automation initiatives.
Direct software development and implementation activities using Agile methodologies (Scrum & Kanban).
Manage project schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
Provide technical direction on complex programming, integration, and challenges.
Oversee SDLC practices including testing, documentation, and change management.
Advance automated testing, DevOps, and CI/CD capabilities.
Coordinate external vendors to meet quality, cost, and schedule expectations.
Establish KPIs/OKRs and dashboards to measure performance and business value.
Communicate priorities, timelines, and investment recommendations to leadership.