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# Manufacturing ERP & Enterprise Applications Manager

- **Company:** Jobot
- **Location:** Red Lion, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Application Performance Management, Application Portfolio Management, IBM System I, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Advanced Reports, Technical Debt, Information Technology, Data Management, Infor
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a0cf09fe-fb82-40cb-aa16-aacd650e0fe1

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive IT applications experience, including experience in leadership roles.
Strong ERP experience, with a preference for Infor XA, IBM i, or similar manufacturing-focused ERP platforms.
Demonstrated experience leading or making significant contributions to ERP implementations, upgrades, or major business transformations.
Experience supporting technology within a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of business processes across areas such as:
Finance and Accounting
Supply Chain and Procurement
Manufacturing and Operations
Inventory and Production
Strong knowledge of systems integration, enterprise applications, and data architecture.
Experience developing application support models, governance frameworks, and technology roadmaps.
Experience managing technology vendors, system integrators, consultants, and offshore resources.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.

## Description

Own the performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of the ERP environment (Infor XA)
Partner with Finance, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to optimize ERP functionality and improve business processes.
Lead ERP support, enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and complex issue resolution.
Ensure system integrity, data accuracy, security, and compliance with internal controls.
Improve user adoption through effective training, documentation, communication, and ongoing support.
Develop and lead the ERP roadmap, including the evaluation, selection, and implementation of a future ERP platform.
Define and execute an enterprise applications strategy aligned with long-term business objectives and growth.
Evaluate the application portfolio to identify opportunities to reduce redundancy, simplify the technology environment, and minimize technical debt.
Drive integration and interoperability across enterprise systems and platforms.
Deliver accurate, actionable reporting aligned with key financial and operational KPIs.
Establish and maintain data governance standards covering data quality, definitions, ownership, and accessibility.
Establish best practices for the full lifecycle of enterprise applications and data platforms, from implementation through ongoing support and optimization.
Develop scalable application support and service management processes, incorporating ITIL-aligned practices where appropriate.
Establish and maintain readiness for ISO 27001 requirements.
Develop meaningful KPIs and SLAs to measure application performance, service delivery, and support effectiveness.
Manage relationships with technology vendors, system integrators, consultants, and third-party service providers.
Build strong partnerships across Information Systems, Finance, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, and executive leadership.