IT Manager- JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ERP Application

As the IT Manager for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ERP Application at Gowan, your primary responsibilities include overseeing the implementation and daily management of the ERP system, aligning it with our business goals. You will be responsible for managing upgrades, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors, and collaborating with various departments to develop tailored solutions. Moreover, you'll mentor the ERP support team, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance.

For the IT Manager role at Gowan, a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business Administration is required, while a Master's degree is preferred. Additionally, having JD Edwards EnterpriseOne certification is a valuable asset. Experience-wise, candidates need a minimum of 7 years of managing JD Edwards ERP systems and 10 years of resource allocation and budgeting in an ERP environment.

An ideal candidate for the IT Manager position at Gowan possesses strong technical knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and experience managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent communication skills, leadership experience in ERP environments, and the ability to manage vendor relations are also crucial for success in this role.

Team management is crucial in the IT Manager role at Gowan. You will be responsible for mentoring and coaching the ERP support team, setting performance goals, and ensuring high-quality results. Your ability to lead and inspire the team to meet and exceed delivery targets will significantly impact our overall success.

The working conditions for the IT Manager role at Gowan involve a fast-paced environment with evolving business needs, requiring adaptability and multitasking skills. The position typically includes limited travel (10-20%) and necessitates the ability to work on a computer for extended periods. A strong commitment to achieving personal and team goals is expected.

In your response, focus on specific projects where you managed or implemented JD Edwards, detailing your roles and responsibilities. Highlight the duration of involvement, key challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved to reflect your expertise and familiarity with the system.

Discuss your approach to prioritization by explaining how you assess project urgency and importance. Share tools or methodologies you use, like Smartsheet or MS Project, and provide examples of how you effectively managed resources and timelines in past roles.

Highlight your communication skills and approach to relationship-building. Mention any tools or frameworks you use for collaboration, and provide examples of successful projects where you worked with varying departments to devise solutions that addressed their needs.

Emphasize your understanding of data governance frameworks and your proactive measures for maintaining data integrity and security. Discuss past initiatives where you've implemented practices to safeguard data and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Prepare to narrate a specific instance where your leadership skills were crucial in guiding your team through challenges. Describe the project’s goals, obstacles encountered, and how your leadership resulted in achieving successful outcomes.

Detail your problem-solving process, highlighting your analytical skills and methodical approach. Share examples of past issues you've resolved and the steps taken to ensure resolution and prevent future occurrences.

Discuss your strategies for effective communication and establishing trust with vendors. Highlight examples of successful partnerships, how you manage negotiations, and the role you play in ensuring that vendor contributions align with project goals.

Illustrate your commitment to professional development by discussing recent trainings, certifications, or industry conferences you’ve attended. Highlight how you’ve applied new knowledge or tools in your previous roles to enhance ERP implementations.

Talk about your mentoring philosophy and methods. Provide examples of how you support team members' growth, enhance their skills, and foster a collaborative environment, demonstrating your leadership style and effectiveness.

Emphasize the importance of clear communication in your role as an IT Manager. Provide examples of reports you’ve created, how you tailored them to suit the audience, and the impact your documentation had on decision-making processes.