> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1408150-business-applications-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1408150-business-applications-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Business Applications Manager - **Company:** KNICHEL LOGISTICS, INC. - **Location:** Cranberry Township, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Business Software, Business Systems, Information Systems, Data Warehousing, Proprietary Software, Power BI, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Microsoft Power Automate, AI Platforms - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0c98b1715cefd976 ## About the Role Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, now or in the future., + Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, information systems, industrial engineering, or a related field (required). * Experience: + 5+ years of experience in business systems, business applications, product ownership, technology strategy, process improvement, or a similar role. + Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving organizational change. * Skills: + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to simplify complex processes. + Experience owning or administering business applications, workflow automation, business intelligence, or systems optimization tools. + Exposure to technologies such as Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, data warehouses, AI tools, RPA platforms, or similar technologies is strongly preferred. + Experience working with transportation, logistics, supply chain, or service organizations is strongly preferred but not required. + Lean, Six Sigma, PMP, or similar certifications are a plus. * What Makes Someone Successful in This Role: + Thinks strategically about business systems and how technology can support and scale the business. + Understands both business operations and technology and can translate business needs into practical technology solutions. + Drives adoption and organizational change and is comfortable challenging the status quo. + Able to communicate effectively with both front-line employees and executive leadership. + Strong project management and organizational skills. + Capable of balancing long-term strategy with practical, hands-on execution. ## Description Location: Cranberry Township, PA / Remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates, You will work closely with internal stakeholders, software providers, implementation partners, and IT resources while joining a team that lives by our core values: Customer Obsessed, Team Focused, Be Valuable, Do the Right Thing., * Own Business Applications and Technology Strategy: + Own the full life cycle of our business applications - from evaluation and selection through implementation, adoption, enhancement, and renewal - including our Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Microsoft 365, Power BI, data warehouse, AI platforms, and third-party software integrations. + Own and manage the business application roadmap, ensuring systems align with company strategy and support business objectives. + Evaluate existing systems, identify gaps, and recommend new technologies that improve business performance and scalability. + Establish standards and governance for evaluating new technology and prioritizing enhancement requests. + Coordinate implementations across internal stakeholders, software providers, implementation partners, and IT resources. + Measure system adoption and utilization to ensure the business realizes the full value of its technology investments. + Own the automation strategy, identifying opportunities to leverage automation and AI - utilizing tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, Power BI, AI platforms, and system integrations - to eliminate manual work and improve scalability. * Drive Business Process Optimization: + Partner with functional leaders across operations, sales, pricing, procurement, finance, and support functions to understand current processes and identify opportunities for improvement. + Facilitate process mapping, workflow analysis, and root cause analysis exercises. + Partner with leadership to prioritize improvement initiatives based on business impact, effort, and strategic value. + Lead cross-functional projects from concept through implementation and adoption. * Own Vendor Relationships and System Performance: + Own vendor relationships end to end, including product roadmaps, implementations, renewals, performance management, and ongoing enhancements. + Serve as the primary point of ownership between business stakeholders and software vendors, ensuring systems align with operational needs and deliver ongoing value. + Support process standardization and best practice development across the organization. + Develop metrics and reporting to measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives. * Lead Change Management and Adoption: + Own system adoption - help teams successfully adopt new processes and technologies through communication, training, and documentation. + Build relationships across departments to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. + Promote data-driven decision making throughout the organization. What We Are Looking For ## Related Videos - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. Here's How.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100329-this-app-reached-10-000-users-in-one-week-here-s-how) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [MLOps – What’s the deal behind it?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/125-mlops-what-s-the-deal-behind-it) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)