Manager, SAP Development & Operations

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for a Manager, Applications Development and Operations who will join our team.

As the Manager of Applications Development and Operations, you will be responsible for leading our development team in designing, implementing, and maintaining innovative software solutions. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, business process knowledge, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to ensure the effective management of application development projects.

In this role you will :

Project Management and Delivery: Lead and oversee the planning and execution of application development projects. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions within scope and budget

Team Supervision and Development: Supervise and mentor the application development team, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.Drive performance and skill development within the development team.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and report on the performance of application development processes and systems.Provide regular updates to management on the status of ongoing projects and initiatives.

Technical Oversight: Provide technical oversight to ensure the effective design and implementation of software solutions. Collaborate with the team on coding standards, architecture, and best practices.

Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of the overall applications development strategy. Align development initiatives with organizational goals and industry best practices.

Quality Assurance and Testing: Oversee the implementation of quality assurance processes and testing methodologies. Ensure the delivery of software solutions that meet high standards of quality and reliability.

Resource Management and Budgeting: Manage development resources, including staffing, training, and resource allocation.Contribute to budget planning for applications development projects.

What you'll need to be successful:

Bachelors Degree, Software Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering

Desired : Project Management Professional

7-10 years of experience preferred

Skills:

• Proven experience in application development, with a focus on team leadership and project management.

• Strong technical skills in software development and architecture.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic planning skills.

•Proven understanding of supported business processes and uniqueness in operating models

• Overseeing the operation, maintenance, and support of SAP in production environments.

•Managing system monitoring, incident management, problem resolution, and service desk support to ensure the availability, performance, and reliability of IT services.

• User Support and Training: Providing assistance and guidance to SAP users, including troubleshooting, answering queries, and conducting training sessions to improve user proficiency.

• Development of KBs to push level -1 support to service desk

• Cross training with the functional team members

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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Notification to Agencies:

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