Senior Manager, IT Business Applications

Cree Lighting is a market-leading innovator of LED lighting for indoor, outdoor and intelligent lighting applications that improve society and safeguard our planet. Additionally, our cutting-edge technology delivers reliable performance and value beyond light for office and industrial buildings, schools and universities, municipalities, automotive dealerships, healthcare facilities, and more.

We are a values-based organization that seeks people that don't just want to "work" but who want to brighten their future with us. We care about the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and future growth.

Here's what you'll gain access to when you join our team:

• Day-One Coverage: From the moment you start, you'll have access to top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings: Invest in your future with confidence. Our 401(k) plan features a company match to help you build a secure financial outlook.
• Onsite Healthcare: Enjoy the convenience of onsite healthcare with access to a dedicated Nurse Practitioner.
• Parental Leave: Welcoming a new addition to your family? Take the time you need to bond with your newest beacon of light.
• Fitness Reimbursement: Stay active with up to $325 annually for gym membership reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We understand that life can be challenging at times. Access free therapy sessions and legal counsel through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Never stop learning! Pursue further education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Life Insurance and AD&D: Your peace of mind matters. Receive coverage for both basic and supplemental life insurance, as well as Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Identity Theft Protection: Feel secure knowing you re safeguarded by identity theft protection services.

If you re intrigued about us keep reading to learn about a fantastic opportunity as Senior Manager, IT Business Applications!

Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Senior Manager, IT Business Applications is key to the success of Cree Lighting's strategic initiatives, through improving and maintaining key applications that result in secure intelligence, automation and connections that improve Cree Lighting s internal and external customer experience that forms a foundation of improving sales and profits.

LOCATION: Prefer Racine (Greater Milwaukee area), Wisconsin - 4 days in office, 1 day remote

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with IT and company leadership on business strategy / vision from an IT perspective. Develops and communicates a vision and strategic roadmap for the team.
• Leads implementation, maintenance, and support for IT Business Applications team.
• Provides leadership for those involved in the development, design and optimization of Oracle E-business Suite applications and solutions for Order Management, Manufacturing and Logistics systems to include Customer Service, Order to Cash, Pricing Inventory and Warehouse Management, Transportation, Receiving and Shipping functions and ensures integrations with Planning, Manufacturing, Digital/E-Commerce, Analytics/Reporting and Finance.
• Possesses strong business acumen & creates strong business requirement gathering processes that allow for good understanding of business needs.
• Responsible for analysis, proposed selection, modification and upgrades of our ERP and other application software.
• Manages third party on-shore and off-shore enterprise system developers and project support teams
• Provides direction for the effort required to protect the company s data, tools and information systems.
• Ensures infrastructure architecture standards maximize efficiency and support platform compatibility.
• Selects and develops an efficient, effective, and high performing enterprise IT team & evaluates their performance on regular basis.
• Leads implementation of efficiency-enhancing interfaces and processes.
• Ensures adherence to IT Architecture principles and guidelines.
• Responsible for the health and stability of our key business systems such as Oracle E-business Suite ERP system (OCI experience preferred), MES (Manufacturing) and Salesforce.
• Works cross-functionally with the Senior Manager, IT Infrastructure as a part of the IT Leadership Team, to ensure delivery of IT goals
• Provides thought leadership and project management for major IT initiatives.
• Ensure effective support and feature delivery of IT solutions.
• Consults with business leadership on the most effective use of IT investments.
• Manages responses to incidents and disruptions with regards to all high impact business applications
• Leads continuous improvement campaigns with regards to critical IT capabilities such as disaster recovery and performance tuning.
• Collaborates with technology vendors to leverage best in class applications, technology and processes.
• Manages budget for enterprise systems (Capital and Operating Expenditures).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor s degree (in computer science, engineering or related field) is required. MBA degree is a plus.
• 15+ years experience with 3+ years progressive leadership in Oracle E-business suite ERP, OCI experience preferred and other Enterprise Systems.
• Work onsite at our Racine, WI headquarters Monday-Thursday, with ability to work remotely on Friday
• Experience with end-to- end business processes in a manufacturing, engineering, and distribution business. Experience in high tech manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience deploying complex business systems and solutions. Proven experience with implementation of global technology applications and enterprise resource planning systems (Including migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to track and report progress against established milestones, metrics, and deliverables.
• Experience with business continuity planning and disaster recovery plan.
• Transformational leader with experience in change management and organization development.

We're seeking dedicated team members who are eager to join our culture and grow alongside our business. Join us and let's light up the future together.

Cree Lighting is dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that values belonging, inclusion, and diversity. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives enriches our organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique talents and ideas, making our workplace shine even brighter.