Business Applications Manager, IT

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Applications Manager to lead and manage the strategic deployment, optimization, and support of enterprise-level business applications across the organization. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and IT professionals to ensure the effective implementation of business solutions that drive operational efficiency and support organizational growth and data-driven decision making.

This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of business applications, including selection, implementation, integration, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with department leaders and business stakeholders to understand operational requirements and align technology solutions with business objectives.
• Develop and execute strategies for the continuous improvement and optimization of business applications, focusing on scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of enterprise applications (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRIS, and other business-critical systems).
• Ensure that applications are fully integrated with other systems and platforms, and troubleshoot any issues related to system functionality or user experience.
• Establish and enforce best practices for application governance, security, and data integrity.
• Manage the planning, scoping, and execution of business application projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and third-party providers for application development, maintenance, and support.
• Create and maintain detailed project timelines, resources, and documentation.
• Develop and manage user training programs to ensure effective usage of business applications across departments.
• Provide ongoing support for application users, including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
• Gather user feedback and provide recommendations for system enhancements or new applications that meet evolving business needs.
• Stay current with the latest trends in business applications, technology, and industry best practices.
• Communicate technical concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and effective manner.
• Work closely with business leaders to identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and cost reduction through the use of technology.
• Analyze performance metrics and application data to evaluate the effectiveness of business applications and implement improvements.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Relevant certifications in business applications (e.g., ERP certifications, ITIL, PMP) are a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in managing business applications or enterprise software solutions in a leadership role.
• Proven experience with system implementation, integration, and management of enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, HRIS etc.).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in process optimization, change management, and IT governance.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Knowledge of system integration techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with Agile or Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiations.

Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.

Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.

Due to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, Tenstorrent is required to ensure compliance with licensing regulations when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries that have been licensing conditions set  by the U.S. government.

Our engineering positions and certain engineering support positions require access to information, systems, or technologies that are subject to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, please note that citizenship/permanent residency, asylee and refugee information and/or documentation will be required and considered as Tenstorrent moves through the employment process.

If a U.S. export license is required, employment will not begin until a license with acceptable conditions is granted by the U.S. government.  If a U.S. export license with acceptable conditions is not granted by the U.S. government, then the offer of employment will be rescinded.