Business Applications Manager

We’re seeking a skilled Business Application Manager to oversee the management and delivery of cutting-edge IT systems for a leading tourism operator.

Based in beautiful Queenstown, this role will be pivotal in aligning our client's technological solutions with customer first business needs, driving innovation, and ensuring seamless and consistent execution across the organization.

Beyond the dynamic nature of the role as described below, you'll love working with our client for the following reasons:

• Significant discounts on tourism products for you and family members.
• Southern Cross health insurance.
• A competitive salary package and Kiwisaver contribution.

• Lead and guide a team of Service Owners and Application Support Specialists.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align application usage with business goals and drive optimization.
• Create and maintain clear roadmaps for business applications, integrating larger projects into the company’s transformation agenda.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and service providers.
• Identify and implement opportunities for system automation, enhancements, and process improvements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and operation of business applications.
• Ensure all applications meet required security, compliance, and governance standards.
• Foster a continuous improvement culture, looking for opportunities to improve processes, automate, and ensure the business stays ahead of the curve with emergent technologies.

• Authenticity: Lead by example by continually demonstrating your resilience and self-awareness.
• Collaboration & Inspiration: Build effective and self-reliant teams, motivating others, and fostering a growth mindset culture.
• Business Acumen: Convert strategic intent to tactical wins whilst maintaining a strong commercial lens. Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships.

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience in business application management and system integration specifically.
• Proven leadership abilities, with experience managing high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.