Applications & Digital Transformation Lead

K2 Recruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail-focused organization in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Applications Manager to oversee core business applications. Responsibilities include ensuring system performance, managing application projects, and driving innovation in technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing business applications, with proven expertise in Agile methodologies and team leadership. This role not only entails overseeing project delivery but also contributing to strategic technology initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of direct people and/or team management experience.
• 10–15 years managing business applications and software development environments.
• Strong exposure to Agile delivery and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core business application roadmaps and performance.
• Drive business value through innovation and automation.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of application projects.

Skills

Stakeholder Focus

Analytical Thinking

Team Leadership

Insight & Problem Solving

Delivery & Productivity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Administration

Project Management (PMP) and Agile/Scrum certifications

ITIL v4 Foundation certification

Tools

Odoo

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

A dynamic retail-focused organization in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Applications Manager to oversee core business applications. Responsibilities include ensuring system performance, managing application projects, and driving innovation in technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing business applications, with proven expertise in Agile methodologies and team leadership. This role not only entails overseeing project delivery but also contributing to strategic technology initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.