Applications Manager

Begin a dynamic, engaging new career as an
Applications Manager
for a large-scale transportation company. Responsible for the overall management of their core applications, including planning, evaluating, delivering, and supporting these systems. This position operates in a fast-paced environment managing multiple concurrent projects. You will work closely with all business units and possess a strong understanding of operations within the transportation industry and represent and work with customers and vendors to integrate and manage technical joint ventures. If you thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment submit your resume today

WHY WORK WITH THIS COMPANY?

Your generous compensation package will also include extended health and dental care, a selection of insurance packages with excellent coverage, profit sharing, education reimbursement, and an optional RRSP. This company is eager to provide professional development opportunities to advance your skills.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Alignment: Partner with the Director of Information Technology to define and execute strategic IT priorities.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Application Analyst team supporting enterprise applications and business units.
• Project Management: Manage the successful delivery, transition, and integration of IT initiatives.
• Application Maintenance: Oversee the deployment of enhancements, fixes, and system upgrades.
• Vendor Relations: Manage relationships with business vendors and third-party support agencies.
• Security & Compliance: Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with security best practices and policies.
• Risk Mitigation: Contribute to the risk register to assess and mitigate application risk to the company and its customers.
• Innovation: Propose and develop concepts and tools to maintain best-in-class service.
• Change Management: Maintain and improve change management methodologies for proper communication, planning, and testing.
• Knowledge Management: Oversee the documentation repository (policies, procedures, and drawings).
• Governance Input: Provide input into the governance process concerning project priorities, dependencies, and timelines.
• Architecture Input: Provide input into the overall enterprise architecture.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Diploma in Information Technology, or equivalent experience/training.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years with enterprise applications and large project management (inception to delivery).
• Leadership: Minimum 5 years of progressive management experience (applications and people).
• Industry: Proven experience in the transportation and logistics field.
• Core Systems: Direct experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS) and strong knowledge of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI).
• Integration: Experience supporting applications interacting with IoT devices and operational equipment.
• Data: Experience with databases (SQL, Progress) and Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proven ability to manage multiple demands under pressure.
• Positive Leadership: Fosters a high-performance culture by creating a trusting environment where staff are empowered to make informed decisions that benefit the company and its customers.

APPLY NOW

Send a resume (quoting job number #22659) to Todd Georgeson, Recruitment Consultant at

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