Application Manager

Job Description:

Role: Application Manager

Location: : Farmers Branch, TX (Onsite)

Job Type: Fulltime/Permeant

Key Responsibilities:

Application Oversight:

• Manage the lifecycle of enterprise applications, from acquisition and deployment to decommissioning.
• Ensure application performance, reliability, and security meet company standards.
• Develop and enforce governance frameworks and best practices for application management.

Business Collaboration:

• Partner with business units to understand application needs and ensure they align with organizational goals
• Serve as a liaison between IT and other departments to drive successful project execution
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to review project progress and address concerns.

Process Optimization:

• Implement standardized methodologies to enhance efficiency in application management.
• Monitor application performance metrics and drive continuous improvement based on data insights.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide expertise in evaluating, selecting, and implementing new applications and technologies.
• Oversee troubleshooting efforts to resolve technical issues and minimize system downtime.
• Work closely with IT teams to integrate and optimize enterprise applications.

Vendor and Budget Management:

• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements for enterprise applications.
• Evaluate vendor performance and recommend improvements or alternative solutions.
• Assist in budgeting for application management, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource allocation

Requirements:

Qualifications: Education:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP) are a plus.

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in IT application management, system administration, or related roles.
• Proven experience overseeing enterprise applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of application lifecycle management and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with vendor negotiation and contract management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in IT application management, system administration, or related roles?
• How many years of experience do you have in direct report management experience and preferred experience with Saas applications like Salesforce, Five9, Hubspot, or SalesPro? Must
• Do you have Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP)? are a plus
• Are you willing to commute to Farmers Branch, TX(Onsite)?
• Provide Valid Email ID? *MUST
• Expected Salary Range for full-time opportunity?
• What is the best time to reach you?

Experience:

• Application Manager: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000