Job Title
The Senior Manager Global Application role is responsible for driving innovation and leading global business applications forward.
About the Role
* This pivotal position reports directly to the Global ICT Director and plays a strategic part in ensuring consistent excellence and preparing our organization to meet current and future challenges.
Key Responsibilities
1. Global Application Portfolio Management: Define, organize, operate, and maintain our global portfolio of business applications and solutions across multiple locations.
2. Collaboration with Business Partners: Work closely with business partners to align, plan, and implement application changes and enhancements for smooth operational transitions and maximum value creation.
3. Application Delivery: Lead the delivery of application experiences focused on business process automation across ERP, CRM, LMS, HRS, MES, Logistics, and more.
4. Service Catalog Establishment: Establish application service catalogs, measure performance, and conduct regular reviews with business stakeholders to maximize impact.
5. Process and Technology Adoption: Develop strategies to ensure adoption of processes and technology while establishing governance for support, change, and security.
6. Vendor Management: Negotiate and manage agreements with consulting firms and support partners, ensuring KPI compliance and optimal results.
7. Culture of Innovation: Inspire continuous education, improve team system knowledge through training initiatives, and foster a culture of innovation across the organization.
8. Future-Ready Solutions: Assess new industry products, services, and emerging technologies to define future-ready solutions.
Requirements
1. Leadership Experience: 10+ years of experience in Global IT Applications and ERP management, including proven accomplishments in leading teams and implementing large-scale projects.
2. SAP or Global ERP Environment: Advanced knowledge of SAP or a global ERP environment (mandatory).
3. Project Management: Solid experience in project management, including overseeing medium and large-scale initiatives.
4. Contract Negotiation and Vendor Management: Proven skills in contract negotiation and vendor management, particularly with consulting firms.
5. Lifelong Learning: A leader who inspires teams and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
6. Digital Transformation: Demonstrated ability to drive digital transformation and manage global change effectively.
7. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical, detail-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
8. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate across diverse, global teams.
9. Language Proficiency: Fluency in French and English (Dutch knowledge is an asset).
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager Global Application to join our team. Apply today and take the first step towards shaping the future of global business applications.