IT Applications Lead

We are seeking a hands-on Digital & IT Team Lead who will actively contribute to project execution while leading a cross-functional team. This role provides both technical and functional support for critical business applications, including ERP and BI systems, and serves as a key liaison between manufacturing operations and technology teams.

This position offers a unique blend of leadership, project management, technical delivery, and end-user support., ERP Subject Matter Expert & Business Partner

• Serve as the primary ERP Subject Matter Expert (SME) across multiple business functions.
• Translate manufacturing and operational needs into scalable technical solutions and business requirements.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements.

Project Portfolio Management

• Manage project intake and prioritization processes.
• Balance resources and project demands to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Act as the central point of coordination for Digital and IT initiatives.

Hands-On Project Delivery

• Lead and execute complex Digital and IT projects from planning through implementation.
• Provide direct functional and technical support to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Drive projects to completion on time and within budget.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of business analysts and technical specialists.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture.
• Support employee growth through coaching and professional development.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization.
• Influence decision-making and gain stakeholder alignment on key initiatives.
• Communicate project status, risks, and priorities effectively.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Apply Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement principles to business and technology initiatives.

Do you have experience in Team supervision?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or international equivalent)., * 7+ years of progressive IT experience.

• 2+ years of direct people management experience.
• Proven experience supporting enterprise business applications such as ERP, SCM, CRM, and BI systems.
• Strong preference for candidates with deep ERP expertise.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional IT projects within manufacturing or industrial environments.

Leadership & Communication

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

Adaptability

• Learning agility with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred QualificationsData & Analytics

• Experience with Power BI and SQL for reporting, analysis, and decision support.

ERP Platforms

• Direct experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERP systems.

Manufacturing Technologies

• Hands-on experience with MES, SCADA, or Industrial IoT (IIoT) platforms.

Project Management

• PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certification.

Continuous Improvement

• Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or related continuous improvement training/certifications.

Change Management

• Experience leading organizational change and system implementation initiatives.

Vendor Management

• Experience managing technology vendors, consultants, and implementation partners.

$47 - $50 an hour - Temporary, Contract, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, * 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance