Head of Application Management – delaware BeLux
delaware is a leading IT consultancy firm that delivers end-to-end business application solutions across a wide range of industries. Through partnerships with global tech giants like Microsoft, SAP, OpenText, and Salesforce we provide cutting-edge solutions that help our clients innovate and stay ahead of the competition. With offices in 19 countries, we operate in a diverse, multicultural environment. In Belgium, delaware has offices in Antwerp, Ghent, Kortrijk, Lummen, Liège, and Wavre, with most in-house IT colleagues in Kortrijk.
To keep pace with growth, we are seeking a highly experienced consultative leader to take on the newly created role of Head of Application Management within our IT organization. In this high-impact role, you will own and manage the entire internal IT application portfolio within delaware International’s IT department, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs. You will report directly to the CIO to drive application governance, rationalization, and optimization, ensuring our technology effectively supports the business while minimizing unnecessary complexity.
What will you do?
You will be responsible for implementing structured application governance, ensuring lifecycle management, and minimizing redundancy while maintaining flexibility. By managing a diverse range of applications—including ERP, SaaS, and in-house solutions—you will ensure cost-effective decision-making in collaboration with procurement and finance.
Leading a team of application owners and engineers, you will balance governance with agility. As a strong business partner, you will engage with IT teams in every region to drive efficiency and innovation, ensuring IT applications proactively support business growth. Additionally, you will evaluate emerging technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and achieve delaware’s strategic objectives.
Success in this position will depend on your ability to balance governance with business flexibility, foster collaboration between IT and business-led teams, and strengthen trust so that IT is seen as a valued business partner. Key priorities will include developing the application owner community and ensuring IT enables growth rather than adding complexity.
Is there a match?
Let’s see: if you have …
* 10–15 years of experience in application management, IT leadership, or a related field.
* Strong expertise in application architecture, covering custom-built (.NET), ERP (SAP S/4 HANA, SuccessFactors), SaaS, and integration platforms (SAP CPI, SAP BTP).
* A proven ability to manage teams and align diverse IT stakeholders in a global, multi-entity environment.
* A deep understanding of internal IT vs. business-led IT dynamics, fostering collaboration over rigid enforcement.
* Business acumen in professional services, with the ability to translate needs into impactful application roadmaps.
* A hands-on, pragmatic approach — strategic in vision but action-oriented when necessary.
* Strong influencing skills, with the ability to align stakeholders and drive change without relying on authority.
.. then we’d love to hear from you!
Let’s meet up!
While technical expertise is important, we value leadership, strategic thinking, and a drive to create impact just as much. If you have the experience and vision to shape our IT application landscape, we’d love to hear from you. Tell us about your skills and achievements, and feel free to reach out with any questions!
Ready to join us?
Apply today and be part of a team that believes in doing great work—and supporting each other while we do it!
A diverse workforce is the best guarantee of success for our employees, our customers, and our partners. delaware is firmly committed to creating an inclusive work environment that empowers all our colleagues.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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