Application Tools Portfolio Manager

KION

Grand Rapids, Michigan
20 days ago

Highlights

Partner with development, hosting, and platform teams to ensure delivery and ongoing optimization of assigned tools (note:these teams are outside of the Tools Portfolio Management Team). The Software Application Tools Portfolio Manager is crucial in executing the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of key internal software tools within Dematic’s SD&O organization.

Numbers & Facts

Location

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Description

The Software Application Tools Portfolio Manager is crucial in executing the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of key internal software tools within Dematic’s SD&O organization. This role bridges business needs and technology implementation, ensuring that tools deliver value, align with enterprise strategy, and support the broader application portfolio objectives.

We offer:

Ownmultiple software applicationsthat areused by the business todesign, deploy, and manage our automated solutions.

Partner with development, hosting, and platform teams to ensure delivery and ongoing optimization of assigned tools (note:these teams are outside of the Tools Portfolio Management Team)

Defineand maintain vision, strategy, and roadmapsfor application tools thatalignswith business objectives and the broader application portfolio strategy.

Conduct user research, gather stakeholder feedback, and monitor market trends to inform product decisions and prioritization.

Translate business needs into clear requirements; prioritize features based on value, impact, and feasibility.

Collaboratewith engineering, design,solution development,IT, andour internal developmentteams to ensure cohesive development, delivery, and optimization.

Oversee the full lifecycle of assignedapplicationtoolswith focus on value delivery and operational efficiency.

Defineand maintainKPIs, track adoption and tool effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement through data-informed decisions.

Support rationalization efforts in collaboration with the Integration Architect and Portfolio Director. Align tool investments to multi-year strategic plans.

Serve as the primary liaison for tool-specific updates, training coordination, and cross-functional alignment.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

8-10+ years in product or portfolio management, with a focus on enterprise software tools, SaaS platforms, or internal systems.

Solidunderstanding of software development processes, system integration, and web technologies.

Experiencemanaging products through full lifecycle using Agile methodologiesis desired.

Skilled in connecting product decisions to business outcomes,analyzingdata, and prioritizing features for impact.

Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment without direct authority.

Strongunderstandingfor users and experience shaping solutions based on real-world customer needs.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.