Job Overview:

The Sr. Manager IT Solutions Finance Systems is responsible for overseeing a group of technical associates and is accountable for system processing in the financial business systems.  This may include planning, coordinating, and supervising all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of various application systems, services, and processes. Supports the maintenance and upgrading of their existing application systems and services. Leads team on issues related to the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical information, infrastructure, and software systems.

Manages a team dedicated to the business systems solutions establishing goals and objectives, managing performance and deliverables, and developing and mentoring staff. In addition, this role will focus on the strategic direction for developing corresponding IT roadmaps, presentations, and other executive summary content driving the future direction of the team.

What does it mean to be part of the Information Technology Team?

A role in Information Technology at UNFI involves being a part of the transformation of food for all through many innovative technology products such as myUNFI, our customer ordering platform or our warehouse management systems that optimize service. You will have an opportunity to be a part of the technology journey to transform food for all through collaboration and building solutions across teams that directly contribute to our OneUNFI strategy. Roles include network automation, infrastructure unification and modernization, data services and analytics, and digital offering. 

Job Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

·       Leads efforts in the architecture, design, development, and implementation of Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom in-house applications that provide finance functionality to the organization from the core systems; Oracle Financials, Lawson Financials, Oracle EPM and multiple other financial systems.

·       Ensures designs support scalability, quality, performance, security, maintainability, and architectural integrity, and ensures solutions are delivered in alignment with the defined architecture strategies and goals through collaboration across IT teams.

·       Acts as a subject matter expert to the organization for financial system and business drivers that helped form the application capabilities.

Transformation & Strategy

·       Drive transformational change in the finance technology space as a key player in the transition to SAP ERP

·       Defines strategy, plans, and governance needed to implement and manage legacy and Java applications and technology standards that support the financial business functions.

·       Contributes to the ongoing evolution of processes/methodologies that pertain to the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), people management, business process, or information services.

·       Leads strategy in critical legacy systems to provide continued viability in capability and availability for enterprise business execution throughout the business transformation roadmap.

·       Represents Finance Systems in projects initiated by non-finance areas.

Governance and Operations

·       Develops, monitors, and manages KPIs as a basis for service levels and continuous improvement.

·       Reviews proposals for the utilization of IT resources and techniques to systems or infrastructure, processes, and procedures that align with enterprise priorities: Appropriate escalation of prioritization conflicts to business and technology leaders for resolution.

·       Provides input into annual capital and expense budget process for internal/external resources, maintenance contracts, and developer tool subscriptions. 

Stakeholder Management

·       Works collaboratively with key business area stakeholders or internal IT teams to determine technical direction and approach to solution designs and planning the development lifecycle that will meet the organization’s expectations.

·       Manages Vendor Relationships to deliver expected services related to production support and project delivery that ensure the most effective delivery model through documented and agreed-upon deliverables.

Leadership & Coaching

·       Will guide and coach direct report managers, associates with a diverse set of technical responsibilities.

·       Accountable for aspects of managing the team including setting goals and objectives, hiring and termination recommendations, training, managing performance, developing associates, staffing, promotions and managing performance utilizing the organization’s performance management system, practices, and tools; applying them to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.

·       Develop and maintain mid- and long-term plans that invest in the team’s technical skillset by outlining training and execution opportunities on new technologies.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:

·       Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, computer science, or related discipline is required.

·       CPA certification preferred

Experience:

·       8-10 years of relevant Information Technology experience required; including 3-5 years of technical experience with management of financial processing systems such as Oracle Financials, Lawson Financials and Oracle EPM

·       3-5 years of experience leading a team made up of technical associates and/or contract resources in multiple locations, including offshore, is required.

·       Demonstrated experience leading teams with varied legacy and modern programming languages, tools, and frameworks:

·       Experience in change management and critical thinking across the organization and the behaviors supporting such, while engaging in a collaborative, inclusive leadership style.

·       Preferred experience in Cloud Native Architecture and Cloud Managed Services concepts and practices.

·       Experience in leading an IT team supporting multiple locations and/or relevant experience with various technical products, services, and production support responsibilities, including third-party relationships.

·       Experience managing systems in a SOX controlled environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

·       Advanced knowledge of Finance and accounting business practices, processes/applications, and associated industry software tools Including Oracle Financials, Lawson Financials and SAP Financials

·       Agent for change

·       Managing conflicting approaches aligned with a strategic roadmap.Demonstrated ability to influence key IT and Business leaders.

·       Deep knowledge of all components of technical architecture including Cloud/Hybrid application architecture.

·       Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

·       Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Work Environment:

Remote Role:

·       This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO, Remote, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.