Director, IT Back Office Applications

• Prioritizes, manages and participates in projects, development and implementation of enhancements and/or changes
• Manages the Software Change Requests and manages its priority, development and software releases
• Streamlines and adhere to coding standards, procedures and techniques and contribute to the technical code documentation. Reviews and sign-offs on code
• Accountable for process improvement and metrics that demonstrate efficient delivery of software services and projects, drive efficiency of delivery and value to the Company
• Work with cloud application providers and implements standards for integrating with STERIS applications
• Partner with the IT and BPO to define Service Level Agreement’s (SLAs) and negotiate appropriate support commitments for existing applications
• Maintain knowledge on product direction and future offerings of enterprise application vendors
• Provide recommendations for IT technology strategy and budget planning as relates to assigned applications
• Ensure application systems and systems architecture remain in compliance with corporate and departmental standards and regulations
• Maintain knowledge on software product direction and future offerings of enterprise application vendors
• Collaborate with IT peers in project execution and delivery
• Adhere to LEAN methodology and best practices for application support, maintenance and enhancements
• Collaborate with IT and Business Process Owners (BPO) to plan and deliver application related strategies
• Develop and maintain a strong business relationship in multiple areas such as - HR, Payroll, Training, Contracts etc
• Advise on the feasibility of potential future projects
• Conduct business process analysis, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefit analysis
• ensure that project goals are accomplished according to specifications and business objectives, relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Actively listen to business needs and discern patterns of capabilities that need to be delivered to continue business growth
• Collaborate with acquisition integration teams to implement standard STERIS processes and applications for acquired businesses
• Manage varying levels of IT personnel globally, including managers, leads, architects, analysts and software developers
• Develop and support employee training and education that align with IT strategy

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• 18+ years of progressive application technology experience including 10 years of experience managing teams in systems analysis and/or programming functions
• 8+ years of experience in managing multiple global and enterprise level applications
• 10+ years of leadership experience in software development
• Knowledge of business application systems, systems infrastructure, ERP application, Manufacturing application, customer relationship management (CRM), People systems, eCommerce applications, Document management systems and general business operations and functions
• Experience developing project work plans and budgets
• Experience negotiating contract with software vendors
• Prior experience in a hands on software development and/or software support role

Experience with one or more of the following: SAP SuccessFactors, Onbase, BOOMI (other integration tools), Agiloft

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
• This position is eligible for bonus participation