IT Applications Manager

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Ascend Consulting

IT Applications Manager, ERP, Netuite, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire to 75,000 – Hybrid

A leading Hardware and technology firm in Hemel Hempstead is requiring an IT Applications Manager experienced IT Manager with NetSuite expertise to drive their application strategy and lead their digital transformation. In this role, you will develop and implement a strategic roadmap for their application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals and technology trends. You will be responsible for managing the complete application lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and ongoing support. Your NetSuite / ERP experience will be essential in leading the application team, and setting standards

You will manage a team of developers, testers, and analysts, guiding them to success. Collaboration with third-party vendors is key as you will oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs to ensure timely and effective application support and integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee application management and future functional development.
• Ensure User Acceptance Testing and end-user training are completed for all application updates.
• Lead and develop application capabilities across the business, setting a baseline organisational design for each functional area to own and develop its platform capabilities.
• Recommend system upgrades and new software installations to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with Technology and Information Security teams to ensure IT strategy alignment, architecture consistency, and secure application introductions.

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Experience as an Application Manager or similar role, with NetSuite ERP and Boomi experience.
• Extensive experience with NetSuite, including hands-on management, customisation, and optimisation to align with business processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Proven experience in managing software implementation projects, including data migration, testing, and large-scale systems using methodologies such as Prince II or Agile.
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Experience of testing software and reviewing code
• An ability to motivate, collaborate with, and lead others
• Proven experience in identifying and implementing process improvements for measurable business impact, with analytical problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Integration, customization, and support experience.
• Understanding of JavaScript, structured query language (PL/SQL), and relational database design.
• Experience working with Agile development frameworks.
• Front-end development experience using JavaScript frameworks such as Angular and React.
• Preferred Certifications: NetSuite Suite Cloud Developer II, Administrator.
• RESTLet, and Workflow.