Project Manager - Business Applications

AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products.

We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement

AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization.

Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style.

Brief Description :

We are seeking a dynamic Business Application Project Manager to oversee and manage multiple business applications critical to our operations. The ideal candidate will "own" these systems, becoming the in-house expert and driving the alignment of technology solutions with business needs. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, project management skills, and a passion for enabling business success through efficient and effective application usage. Experience with Microsoft PowerBI is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Ownership :
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for assigned business applications, maintaining deep knowledge of functionality, configuration, and business impact.
• Manage application lifecycle, including implementation, updates, upgrades, and decommissioning.
• Act as the liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors.
• Project Management :
• Lead the implementation, enhancement, and upgrades of business applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration :
• Partner with business leaders to identify requirements and translate them into application solutions.
• Train and support end-users to maximize adoption and efficiency of the applications.
• Regularly communicate project status, application updates, and opportunities for improvement.
• System Maintenance and Improvement :
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate resolution with vendors or internal teams.
• Continuously assess and recommend system enhancements to optimize business processes.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across all managed applications.
• Documentation and Reporting :
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and workflows.
• Generate reports to track application performance, usage, and alignment with business goals using Microsoft PowerBI.

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Key Competencies

We are an AA / EEO / Veterans / Disabled employer.