Supply Chain IT Applications Manager

Position Overview

International in Lisle is looking to add a Supply Chain IT Applications Manager to their team!

 

The Supply Chain IT Applications Manager is responsible for leading the delivery, stability, and continuous improvement of enterprise applications supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations.

 

This role owns ERP centric systems and their integration with logistics, warehousing, transportation, and plant operations, ensuring reliable performance in a 24×7 production environment.

The ideal candidate brings automotive industry experience, deep ERP platform expertise, EDI, and proven people leadership, with the ability to operate across strategy, execution, and real time operational support.

Responsibilities

Application & Operational Leadership

• Lead and manage Supply Chain IT applications supporting planning, procurement, warehousing, transportation, and yard operations
• Develop and implement IT strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives and drive technological advancements.
• Oversee the management and optimization of IT infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address system requirements, ensuring the successful deployment of ERP solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, maintaining the security and integrity of IT systems.
• Drive innovation by staying updated with the latest technology trends and incorporating best practices into the IT strategy.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems, making data-driven decisions to improve functionality and user experience.
• Ensure system availability, performance, and SLA compliance for mission critical systems
• Provide leadership during major incidents, including coordination, communication, and post incident root cause analysis

ERP & Platform Ownership

• Lead the ERP modernization initiatives to support enterprise transformation, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes.
• Own ERP application delivery and support, including configuration, enhancements, integrations, and lifecycle management
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate supply chain requirements into scalable, reliable IT solutions
• Ensure solutions are production ready with appropriate documentation, monitoring, and support processes
• Delivery, Roadmap & Governance
• Define and execute application roadmaps aligned to business priorities and enterprise strategy
• Oversee demand intake, prioritization, and capacity planning to ensure predictable delivery
• Apply Agile and ITIL practices to balance change delivery with operational stability

Vendor, Financial & Compliance Management

• Manage system integrators and software vendors as outcome based delivery partners
• Own application budgets, forecasts, and vendor cost controls
• Ensure audit readiness, security controls, and compliance with internal and external requirements

Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Define, track, and report KPIs related to system availability, batch performance, delivery predictability, and business value
• Use operational data and trends to drive continuous improvement and executive level decision making

 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of information systems/information technology experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

• Master's degree and at least 5 years of information systems/information technology experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

• At least 10 years of information systems/information technology experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Automotive industry experience is required, supporting manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, or plant operations
• Enterprise ERP experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of Information Technology or Information Systems experience
• 4+ years of people management experience leading technical or application teams
• Experience supporting mission‑critical systems in a 24×7 operational or manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting multi‑plant or global manufacturing operations
• Exposure to WMS, TMS, Yard Management, MES, or system integration platforms
• Experience working with large system integrators and offshore delivery models
• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, and modern release and deployment practices
• ERP Systems Leadership (SAP, Infor LN, Oracle)
• Automotive Manufacturing & Supply Chain Operations
• IT Service Management (ITIL)
• Agile Delivery & Execution Oversight
• Vendor & Financial Management
• Incident Management & Operational Resilience
• Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management 

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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