Applications and Development Manager

Hoffmaster•Oshkosh, WI

About The Position

The Applications and Development Manager leads the planning, delivery, and support of Hoffmaster’s core business applications, with a primary focus on Infor LX and the IBM i (IBMi) platform. You’ll manage a team of developers and partners while ensuring technology solutions align with business strategy, deliver reliable performance, and provide excellent internal customer support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
7+ years of experience working with Infor LX and IBMi environments
Working knowledge of IBM Power Systems, RPG, IBMi, and DB2
Proven experience leading development teams and managing vendors
Strong project management skills with a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery
Experience supporting EDI systems in a manufacturing environment
Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting service expectations

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and manage a team of developers, vendors, and consultants
Oversee application development, support, and enhancements for Infor LX and IBMi
Align technology initiatives with business priorities, delivering projects on time and within budget
Manage system operations, including security, uptime, backup, and recovery
Own custom development, interfaces, and the overall Infor LX technical environment
Establish and maintain application, development, and EDI policies and standards
Build strong vendor relationships and manage hardware and service contracts
Define and monitor service level expectations across the applications team
Partner with IT and business leaders to deliver scalable, value-driven solutions