Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Business Applications manager, reporting directly to the Director of Business Applications. In this role, you will oversee a team of 11 professionals, including ERP Support Analysts and Master Data Governance Specialists. The ideal candidate will possess a good understanding of SAP solutions throughout business units, demonstrate good leadership skills, and have a passion for driving continuous improvement in operational support. This person will be a key player in overseeing prioritization and incident escalations with our third-party Application management support (AMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in operational excellence for the ERP operation by aligning the team with the department's goals and objectives.
• Lead the team by providing mentorship, continuous feedback and guidance to employees on their performance and growth while prioritizing training and development opportunities for your team.
• Being a coach by providing SAP functional guidance and training to support staff.
• Ensure the effectiveness of individuals and teams based on our SLO agreed with the organization.
• Manage queues and requests for his teams while coordinating efforts and following up on progress with your AMS counterpart.
• Enforce compliance based on our IT governance framework to meet our internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure our functional documentation and master data standards & business rules stay accurate and up-to-date.

Skills

Leadership and Management Skills:

• Proficient in leading teams, showcasing strong organizational abilities, and adeptly setting and monitoring team goals and performance metrics.

Technical Proficiency:

• In-depth knowledge of ERP systems like SAP on configuration, development and processes.

Operational Excellence:

• Proven track record in driving operational excellence within a team.
• Ability to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

• Skilled in analyzing complex issues and making informed decisions on resolutions and prioritization.

Compliance and Governance:

• Knowledge of IT governance frameworks. E.g. ITIL, COBIT, NIST.
• Ability to enforce compliance with established standards and policies.

Employee Development

• Document development plans for team members.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Offer mentorship and training to support staff.

Communication and Relationship Building:

• Excellent communication skills to foster trust and collaboration.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to address concerns and promote team member development.

Accountability:

• Take ownership of annual goals established for the team or department.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to overall organizational success

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Business Administration, IT or another pertinent field
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Profit Share Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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