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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Business Manager, Information Technology - **Company:** Purdue University - **Location:** West Lafayette, IN, United States - **Salary:** $56,525.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Business Intelligence, SAP (Applications), Information Technology, Banner Advertisement, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=39ca2dc54cb73230 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field of study.One year of business administration, financial management, or related experience. Skills Needed: * Ability to analyze, interpret, implement, and communicate policies and procedures. * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. * High level of attention to detail. * Ability and knowledge to utilize data reporting tools to analyze data, prepare reports, and present data according to user requirements. * Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, project management, financial analysis, supervisory, and customer service skills. * Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels. * Must be able to foster a participative supervisory style that utilizes accountability, respect and teamwork to successfully guide the work of others. * Must possess a learning orientation to change technology impacting business processes, e.g. SAP, etc. * Proficient in following software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and OutlookDemonstrate originality, creativity, and ability to resolve complex issues on a daily basis. What is Helpful: * Six credit hours of accounting coursework. * A demonstrated knowledge of sponsor and University regulations and basic proficiency in all technical and professional skills related to business office and contract grant management.Knowledge of SAP, Cognos, and Banner. ## Description The Associate Business Manager will direct the management of the finance and business office support for the assigned area with annual weighted expenditures in the range of $20-30M dollars. This position will play a key role in the preparation of financial and management reports to support long-range planning forecasts; budget recommendations, planning, and analysis; and financial analysis and strategic financial management of college resources., * Serve as the resource/liaison for the Department to the College and central offices. * Provide proper interpretation of University, Federal, State, and sponsoring agency policies, and procedures. * Collaborate closely with central business service operations and other related entities in meeting the strategic goals of the University. * Serve as mentor and key resource person to peers within the Business Office. * Provide leadership and support within the assigned administration Business office. * Serve in a support role for training and development of staff along with providing business management support for college-wide initiatives.Maintain a unit that provides excellent business management support to unit Directors, staff, and students. ## Related Videos - [Tech as a Profit Center – Maximizing P&L Impact by Research Funding and Capitalization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100125-tech-as-a-profit-center-maximizing-p-l-impact-by-research-funding-and-capitalization) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [You’re a great coder? 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