Enterprise Application Manager at BUA Foods

Objective

• To develop business enterprise solution strategies, in collaboration with the General Manager, Business Technology and coordinate the continuous improvement of the enterprise-wide application portfolio that powers BUA Foods – from ERP (Microsoft Dynamics F&O) and CRM to Supply Chain Management (SCM) and bespoke solutions. Also to ensure our technology stack is robust, scalable, and perfectly aligned with business objectives to drive efficiency and growth.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Orchestrate the enterprise application strategy and roadmap, directly enabling BUA Foods’ digital transformation and core business objectives.
• Direct end-to-end lifecycle for the entire application portfolio (ERP, CRM, SCM), from strategic selection and implementation to retirement.
• Champion operational excellence by ensuring 24/7 availability, robust security, and peak performance of all critical business systems.
• Forge and manage strategic partnerships with key vendors and stakeholders to drive project success while maximizing ROI across all business units.
• Lead a high-performing team and manage the function’s budget with fiscal discipline to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Qualification / Experience

• 8+ years of end-to-end experience in developing and delivering enterprise-grade applications.
• Expert-level proficiency with large-scale Microsoft Dynamics ERP implementations (BC or F&O).
• Industry-specific expertise driving efficiency in FMCG, Manufacturing, and Food Processing environments. 
• Bachelor of Science/Higher National Diploma in Computer Science (or other sciences), with minimum of second class upper division/upper class.

Skills

• Strategic Business Leadership:  Translating business needs into actionable IT strategy, optimizing processes, managing vendor partnerships, and governing multi-million-naira budgets.
• Technical & Architectural Expertise: Architecting integrated enterprise solutions, overseeing the full SDLC, and leveraging data analytics to drive decision-making.
• High-Performance Team Leadership:  Building and mentoring top-tier teams, expertly managing stakeholder relationships, and negotiating successful outcomes.
• Operational & Project Excellence:  Delivering complex projects on time and within budget while ensuring robust service management and risk mitigation.