Senior Manager, Enterprise Applications

One of our clients is looking for a hands-on technology leader to own and grow its enterprise application landscape. This is a chance to lead a talented team of developers and engineers, shape application strategy across the organization, and act as a trusted partner to business leaders. You'll report directly to the VP of Information Technology.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

What You'll Be Doing

Building and Leading the Team

• Recruit, onboard, mentor, and grow a team of 4–8 developers and engineers
• Set clear goals, hold regular one-on-ones, and give timely, constructive performance feedback
• Build a team culture rooted in ownership, inclusion, and ongoing learning
• Resolve team conflicts, balance workloads, and keep everyone focused on what matters most

Driving Application Strategy and Delivery

• Lead the design, selection, configuration, and upkeep of business applications that improve efficiency and give the business a competitive edge
• Define a long-term application architecture that meets business needs and scales with the organization
• Evaluate build vs. buy decisions, bring in new research and technologies, and create reusable designs the team can build on
• Spot risk areas in complex systems early and ensure smooth integration between connected platforms
• Make sure the team delivers realistic estimates, sets priorities, and makes smart trade-offs as needs change
• Champion fresh approaches that raise quality, productivity, and responsiveness

Operations, Budget and Vendors

• Own team budgets, headcount, workflows, and KPIs, and report performance to senior leadership
• Identify process gaps and roll out scalable improvements
• Manage software vendor relationships end to end, from sourcing and negotiation to contracts, support, and professional services

Partnership and Compliance

• Work closely with HR, Finance, Procurement, Operations, and other teams to align priorities and clear roadblocks
• Serve as the go-to contact for internal stakeholders and external vendors on business applications
• Represent the team in cross-functional initiatives and leadership discussions
• Keep the team aligned with internal policies and frameworks such as SOC 2 Type II and ISO standards, and support audits and reporting as needed

What You Bring

• 8+ years of experience designing and supporting business applications in operations-intensive environments
• 2+ years of people management experience with a track record of measurable results
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn data into clear action plans
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Sciences or an equivalent mix of education and experience

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience implementing or managing ERP, MRP, WMS, TMS, VMS, CRM, SCM, OMS, or OT systems
• Familiarity with the Microsoft stack, including .NET, SQL Server, Windows Server, and cloud deployments

Work Environment

This role is largely office-based under a hybrid model, with occasional travel to other company sites.

If you're a technology leader who enjoys building great teams and delivering applications that move the business forward, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or send us a message to learn more.