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# Manager - Enterprise & Service Applications

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Newark, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $137,000.0 - $224,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Cyber Security, IT Management, Software Deployment, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Application Delivery, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/nj/newark/72dd89e6-0aee-4190-a9a5-59baa0e0673d

## About the Role

Leadership
Automation
Governance
Mitigation
Scalability
Reliability
Forecasting
Communication
Presentations
IT Governance
Accountability
Cyber Security
Decision Making
Compliance Risk
Computer Science
Vendor Management
Variance Analysis
Behavioral Health
Executive Presence
Financial Planning
Business Valuation
Business Strategies
Root Cause Analysis
Technology Roadmaps
Lifecycle Management
Strategic Leadership
Regulatory Compliance
Emerging Technologies
Technology Strategies
Information Technology
Stakeholder Management
Operational Excellence
Permanent Resident Cards
Code Of Federal Regulations
Product Lifecycle Management
Continuous Improvement Process
Vendor Relationship Management
Operational Performance Management, * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.

 * 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including 5+ years leading enterprise application portfolios.
 * Experience leading large-scale application implementations, modernization, and transformation initiatives.
 * Strong knowledge of IT governance, PMO methodologies, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
 * Proven financial, vendor, and stakeholder management experience.
 * Experience applying AI and automation to improve business and operational processes.
 * Strong communication, executive presence, and leadership skills.
 * Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required., Leadership
Automation
Governance
Mitigation
Scalability
Reliability
Forecasting
Communication
Presentations
IT Governance
Accountability
Cyber Security
Decision Making
Compliance Risk
Computer Science
Vendor Management
Variance Analysis
Behavioral Health
Executive Presence
Financial Planning
Business Valuation
Business Strategies
Root Cause Analysis
Technology Roadmaps
Lifecycle Management
Strategic Leadership
Regulatory Compliance
Emerging Technologies
Technology Strategies
Information Technology
Stakeholder Management
Operational Excellence
Permanent Resident Cards
Code Of Federal Regulations

## Description

The Senior Manager - Enterprise & Service Applications provides strategic leadership for the delivery, modernization, and operational performance of enterprise and service application platforms supporting critical business capabilities. This role leads technology strategy, product lifecycle management, application delivery, and operational excellence to maximize business value, maintain regulatory compliance, and support enterprise growth.
The Senior Manager partners with business leaders, architecture, infrastructure, cybersecurity, IT delivery teams, and vendors to deliver secure, scalable, cost-effective solutions aligned with enterprise strategy. This role also leads multi-year technology roadmaps, financial planning, vendor management, and cross-functional initiatives while ensuring application reliability and service performance.
This position reports to the Director, Enterprise Applications Products & Services., Strategic Leadership & Product Management

 * Define and execute multi-year product and technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy and enterprise architecture.
 * Partner with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and deliver measurable outcomes, including productivity, compliance, risk reduction, and ROI.
 * Establish product governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics.
 * Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI and automation, to improve efficiency, decision-making, and user experience.
Application Delivery & Operations

 * Lead enterprise initiatives in accordance with IT PMO governance, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
 * Oversee implementations, upgrades, integrations, enhancements, and production support.
 * Ensure applications meet SLAs, availability, performance, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements.
 * Drive incident, problem, and vulnerability resolution, including root cause analysis and preventive actions.
Financial & Vendor Management

 * Manage operating and capital budgets, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost optimization.
 * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining service quality.
 * Manage vendor relationships, contracts, performance, and value realization.
Team Leadership

 * Lead and develop IT professionals and vendor resources, fostering accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
 * Establish performance objectives and promote continuous improvement and innovation.
 * Develop succession plans and strengthen technical and leadership capabilities.
Stakeholder Communication & Governance

 * Provide senior leadership with clear reporting on portfolio health, projects, risks, operational metrics, and financial performance.
 * Maintain transparency of key risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
 * Support executive-level presentations and decision-making., Continuous Improvement Process
Vendor Relationship Management
Operational Performance Management
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Marketing
Leadership
Innovation
Procurement
Health Insurance
Business Planning
Category Strategy
Demand Management
Balanced Scorecard
Resource Allocation
Time Off Management
Request For Proposal
IT Service Management
Emerging Technologies
Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Negotiations
Artificial Intelligence
Verbal Communication Skills
Supplier Performance Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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