Enterprise Applications Manager

Overview

Worker Type Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Enterprise Applications Manager is a working manager responsible for leading a team while serving as the hands-on Oracle Fusion PLM subject matter expert (SME). Approximately 15% of the role is people management and 85% is tactical, hands-on application work. This individual will work in close partnership with the current Oracle Fusion PLM lead and administrators, stepping in to provide expert-level support in areas where the team is still developing proficiency.

A key responsibility is to design and implement skill development plans for team members to ensure the group quickly achieves self-sufficiency and reduces reliance on external consultants. The role also oversees the broader engineering applications portfolio (e.g., Git Lab, JIRA, Solid Works, CAD/PDM, and license management) while driving continuous improvement, system compliance, and cross-functional support across IT, Engineering, and other business units.

• Lead and manage the Enterprise Applications Analyst team responsible for Oracle Fusion PLM and the broader engineering applications portfolio (e.g., Git Lab, JIRA, Solid Works, CAD/PDM). Oversee staffing, recruiting, workforce planning, professional development, and foster a collaborative, accountable team culture.
• Serve as the Oracle Fusion PLM SME, closing knowledge gaps and leading configuration, administration, integration, compliance, and extension work while mentoring PLM admins to build long-term capability.
• Partner with PLM and Engineering leadership to deliver stable, scalable, and compliant solutions and to reduce consultant dependency. Step in as a technical contributor on critical projects, especially during new business rollouts and phased PLM deployments.
• Oversee and guide engineering applications management, ensuring license compliance, system health, and timely delivery of upgrades, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Engineering, and other business units to design enterprise solutions aligned with strategic objectives, balancing business needs and technical constraints.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business units—building strong relationships, defining technology roadmaps, and managing the demand pipeline and business cases for new initiatives.
• Promote digital enablement and business value, focusing on process optimization, risk mitigation, continuity, and capability maturity.
• Lead requirements and solution delivery, gathering business needs, defining feasible designs, managing change requests, and ensuring post-implementation adoption.
• Monitor and improve performance, establishing KPIs for system uptime, data quality, and team productivity while tracking enhancement opportunities from production issues.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, producing executive-ready reports, presentations, and dashboards to drive alignment and decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in enterprise applications administration, with deep expertise in Oracle Fusion PLM (Product Development and Product Data Hub).
• 5+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in technical or engineering environments.
• Hands-on experience and proven experience managing projects and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with engineering applications such as Git Lab, JIRA, JAMA, Solid Works, etc. and their licensing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of service and application delivery, as well as successful service level agreement accomplishments.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams to success.
• Strong project management skills managing pipelines, demand generation, deadlines, prioritization, cross-functional teams, and process.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and productivity/reporting tools.

• Project management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) preferred.
• Oracle Fusion PLM and/or Configuration & Data Management certifications a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of conducting business requirement workshops
• Big picture mindset to act tactically but think strategically
• In-depth understanding of day-to-day operations and business needs of business unit(s)
• Highly skilled in negotiation and problem-solving techniques
• Ability to positively influence others and to break down organizational silos
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience working with cross-functional teams, and presenting to leadership
• Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Able to excel in a fast-paced,…