Smithfield Foods
Food
Manager,InformationTechnology
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“Manager, Information Technology at Smithfield Foods. Skills: Application Management, SAP Finance, Team Leadership, Project Management. Oversee application supportability and stability. Manage day-to-day support processes”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver innovative, business-focused technology solutions; Drive strategies that support growth, strengthen operations, and enhance efficiency; Ensure systems are stable, properly interfaced, and changes are tested and released; Ensure sustainable integration of applications across portfolios
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot effectively; Implement improvements that enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability; Incident and issue resolution
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field, 5+ years of relevant IT experience, 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership, Knowledge of IT software and systems delivery lifecycle, Experience in technical delivery in an SAP Finance and Accounting environment, Record to Report experience, BWPC for analytics and reporting experience, Demonstrated ability to assess system capabilities, Troubleshoot effectively, Implement improvements that enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability, General Ledger, Controlling, Profit Center Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset, Treasury, Tax, Blackline, Basware, High-Radius, Consolidations and Financial Reporting, Leading multiple cross-functional integrations with SD and Operations, Hands-on experience applying project management practices
Nice to Have
Prior IT leadership experience with a focus on application support
What You'll Do.
Oversee application supportability and stability
Manage day-to-day support processes
Drive process improvements
and operational maturity
Build and sustain trusted relationships with partners
Provide guidance on application transition
Ensure application environments are governed by documented protocols
Partner with teams to ensure systems are stable and properly interfaced
Coordinate resources for design
Drive process improvement through metrics and automation
Implement proactive monitoring practices
Identify opportunities to enhance system tools and processes
Lead application support response during outages or performance issues
Apply project management discipline to prioritize workstreams
Collaborate to develop annual plans aligning business goals with IT application support
Drive a positive employee experience through leadership
Employee development and coaching
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Build and sustain trusted relationships with internal and external partners; Partner with Integration, Plant Systems, Warehouse Management, SAP Basis, and Application Development teams; Coordinate resources for design, testing, and implementation; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop annual plans; Engage and influence peers, cross-functional teams, and executive leadership; Build partnerships across organizational boundaries; Promote a positive workplace culture
Communication Scope
Strong verbal and written communication skills; Ability to engage and influence peers, cross-functional teams, and executive leadership; Provide regular updates on open requests and system performance issues; Keep stakeholders informed of progress and business impacts; Communicate impacts and resolutions with transparency; Provide consistent status reporting to leadership and stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Apply project management discipline, Prioritize workstreams, Allocate resources, Meet timelines, Provide consistent status reporting, Prioritize initiatives, Deliver high-quality results on time and within scope
Full Job Description
****If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**** A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. **Apply Now!** **THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:** _The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section._ Are you an IT professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, transformational environment? At Smithfield Foods, one of the nation’s leading consumer packaged goods companies, we’re seeking a **Manager, Information Technology** to lead initiatives that deliver innovative, business-focused technology solutions. In this role, you will drive strategies that support growth, strengthen operations, and enhance efficiency, all while fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Join us and use your expertise to help shape the future of technology at Smithfield Foods while making a difference for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. **WHAT YOU’LL DO:** _The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned._ * **Application Management:** Oversee application supportability and stability, managing day-to-day support processes and serving as the single point of contact to drive process improvements, innovation, and operational maturity. * **Partnership & Collaboration: **Build and sustain trusted relationships with internal and external partners, providing guidance on application transition, support strategies, and integrati
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