IT Business Application & AI Manager

We are looking for an experienced IT Business Applications & AI Manager to lead the team responsible for the companys business application systems. This role will manage global projects, maintain vendor relationships, ensure compliance, and drive innovation to optimize business operations.
The ideal candidate will work closely with senior leadership, business units and IT teams to streamline processes and enhance global efficiency.
Responsibilities
What will you be doing:
Lead and manage the business applications team, ensuring the smooth implementation, support, and performance of enterprise applications.
Lead business application and AI projects to ensure they meet company goals, stay on schedule, within budget, and are delivered successfully.
Manage vendor relationships, software licenses, ensuring optimal cost and service delivery.
Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and upgrades of enterprise applications such as Agile, HCM, Atlassian suite, DocuSign, MS suite.
Establish IT governance frameworks, ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR, PII), and manage IT risks related to business applications.
Develop strategies and execute plans for improving or leveraging existing systems.
Lead digital transformation initiatives, leveraging AI and other technologies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Collaborate with business units to understand their needs and enhance business application functionality to support their goals.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project progress, budget, compliance, and performance metrics.
Ensure alignment of IT strategies and project and policies across regions, driving consistency and supporting global business objectives.