Global IFS Application Manager

Location: Remote
Language: Fluent English (German beneficial but not required)
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Global Application Manager for enterprise-wide business applications, with a strong focus on ERP (IFS) and CRM systems.

This role is responsible for the stable operation, continuous improvement, and technical ownership of the application landscape. You will lead technical initiatives, manage vendors, and ensure systems are reliable, compliant, and aligned with global business processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as Technical Application Manager for group-wide ERP (IFS) and CRM applications

  • Own and manage the full technical application lifecycle, including vendor coordination, testing, validation, and acceptance

  • Ensure stable operations, performance, and continuous development of the application landscape

  • Analyse IT and business requirements, design technical solutions, and lead technical projects end-to-end

  • Coordinate project planning, communication, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder alignment

  • Prepare and adapt IT environments for new implementations, upgrades, and certifications, ensuring compliance standards are met

  • Support business units and management on initiatives involving system integrations and interfaces

  • Select, evaluate, and introduce new software solutions in alignment with IT and business strategy

  • Create and maintain technical and functional documentation, specifications, and internal policies

  • Plan and coordinate maintenance windows aligned with business-critical processes

  • Provide user support, training, and oversee helpdesk-related requests

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as an Application Owner, Application Manager, or ERP Technical Lead

  • Strong hands-on knowledge of ERP systems (IFS experience highly preferred)

  • Experience managing enterprise application landscapes in a global or multi-entity environment

  • Solid understanding of IT project management, system integration, and vendor management

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional and international teams

  • Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Language Requirements

  • Fluent English (mandatory)

  • German language skills are considered a strong advantage, but not required

Ross McKay

IFS Recruitment Specialist - Permanent
Ref:
47175

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