Description
Manager of Application Development and Agile Delivery
Department: IT Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Reports To: Vice President Chief Information Officer
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, as needed
Amount of Travel Required: 0-10%
Positions Supervised: Yes
WHO YOU ARE:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager of Application Development and Agile Delivery to spearhead our development teams in building innovative, high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will drive Agile best practices, optimize development processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and efficient applications. If you are a results-oriented leader passionate about technology and Agile methodologies, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact!
WHO WE ARE:
· Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
· Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
· Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
· Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.
OUR MISSION:
We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.
· Protect What Matters: We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.
· Deliver On Our Promises: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.
· Win as a Team: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.
· Advance a Safer Future: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Manager, Application Development & Agile Delivery will oversee the agile-focused enhancement and development of current applications while establishing a foundation for future product innovation. This role manages the end-to-end Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), change management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure technology initiatives align with business goals. Serving as a bridge between IT and business
stakeholders, they will drive innovation, efficiency, and user satisfaction. Job duties include: Key Responsibilities:
· Application Development & Agile Oversight.
· Manage agile teams in the design, development, testing, and deployment of applications.
· Ensure the SDLC follows best practices in architecture, security, and performance.
· Work closely with business units to gather requirements and translate them into development roadmaps.
· Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of application initiatives.
Change & Release Management:
· Implement structured change management processes to ensure smooth rollouts of application updates and new features.
· Oversee agile release planning, ensuring seamless deployment with minimal disruptions.
· Develop training and adoption plans for end-users affected by system changes.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
· Act as a liaison between IT, business teams, and end users to ensure alignment of application strategies with organizational goals.
· Partner with department leaders to identify pain points and opportunities for process improvement through technology.
· Advocate for user-centric design principles and continuous feedback loops.
Governance & Compliance
· Ensure applications comply with IT security policies, industry regulations, and company governance standards.
· Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all changes and enhancements.
· Drive risk management strategies to mitigate potential system vulnerabilities.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
· Stay informed of emerging technologies (internal and external) and assess their potential impact on current and future applications.
· Foster a culture of continuous learning and agile maturity within the development teams.
· Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
Other duties as assigned.
YOUR MUST HAVES:
· 5 or more years of experience in application development, IT management, or agile software delivery.
· Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and SDLC best practices.
· Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in an agile environment.
· Experience with change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, ITIL).
· Strong stakeholder engagement and business relationship management skills.
· Hands-on experience with cloud-based applications, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:
· MBA.
· Experience in food safety, agriculture, or manufacturing industries is a plus.
· Certification in Agile (CSM, SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP) or Change Management (Prosci, ITIL).
· Familiarity with enterprise IT systems, data analytics, and automation tools.
OUR ENVIRONMENT:
This is a remote position based out of a home office, with occasional travel to corporate headquarters. The role primarily involves desk work and extended periods of computer use.
WHAT WE OFFER:
· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
· Basic Life Insurance
· Short Term Disability
· Company Paid Long-Term Disability
· 401k Retirement Plan
· Paid Holidays
· Paid Vacation
· Paid Sick Time
· Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)
· Training & Development Opportunities
Fortrex Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Fortrex Solutions is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex Solutions will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.
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