Manager, Enterprise Application Development

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

This position is responsible for guiding, managing, and contributing to the enterprise applications practice within A-dec's Information Technology division. The role provides leadership over A-dec's portfolio of cloud-based enterprise platforms-including ERP, CRM, PLM, and CPQ systems-as well as a team of developers responsible for integration middleware and custom line-of-business applications. To serve the growing needs of the company, this working leadership role requires experience in enterprise platform management, systems integration, software development, and business analysis.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees the operational health, configuration governance, and continuous improvement of A-dec's Enterprise Business Application Portfolio: Including but not limited to: Enterprise Resource Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Relationship Management, Configure-Price- Quote, Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Manages vendor and partner relationships for each platform, including software maintenance agreements, scalability planning, service level agreements, and product roadmap alignment.
• Leads platform upgrade and release management processes in coordination with business stakeholders and IT leadership.
• Directs a team of developers responsible for building and maintaining integration middleware that connects enterprise platforms and line-of-business systems
• Oversees the design, development, testing, and delivery of custom applications aligned to A-dec's business requirements, using modern software development practices
• Accomplishes system and technology capabilities through planning, execution and verification of customer requirements using modern software development practices
• Collaborates with Information Technology leadership team, Business Unit Managers and Directors, and other technology contributors to prioritize and deliver new systems and system enhancements critical to A-dec's business processes
• Grows and mentors team members in the disciplines of application development with activities including but not limited to; design review, code review, data modeling, language comparison, development planning, and technology research
• Drafts and presents proposals for technology investment including but not limited to; consolidated business unit benefits case, resource requirements, high-level schedule, operational support requirements, and conceptual architectural models
• Accomplishes financial objectives by forecasting budgetary requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzes variances, and initiates corrective action as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and verify technical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to work and collaborate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to remain objective and open to others' views while working to achieve corporate objectives, demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, persuasively, and effectively both orally and in writing, and the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment under minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively motivate, lead, and manage employees at a variety of levels within the organization.
• Strong knowledge of current and emerging technologies, including AI generative coding practice.
• Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to manage time and resources effectively.

Education and Experience

• Requires 10 or more years of experience with a reasonable combination of both technical and managerial experience. Must also have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or other relevant field of study.
• Demonstrated experience managing or implementing enterprise cloud platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 (ERP/CRM), Windchill PLM, Infor CPQ, or equivalent.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.

A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor"

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.