Job Title: Applications Manager
Location: Cambridge, ON Headquarters
Schedule: Hybrid
Reports to: Director, Information Systems
Company Description
Jamesway Chick Master Incubator Company Inc. is a global provider of commercial Poultry Incubation Products and Services. Jamesway is a privately held company, headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada and operates subsidiaries in the United States, United Kingdom and China. Today, Jamesway is one of the top three brands worldwide in Poultry Incubation and has a customer base reaching every corner of the world. We take pride in being a leader in the poultry industry, committed to innovation and excellence. Specializing in developing state-of-the-art incubation products that meet the evolving needs of the poultry sector. Our team is driven by a passion for delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative solutions that empower our customers.
Position Description & Scope
The Applications Manager is responsible for leading the applications side of the IT department, ensuring that enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, PLM and business intelligence platforms support business objectives. This role will lead a small team, including a Business Analyst and ERP Administrator, and champion innovation by exploring and introducing emerging technologies such as AI. The Applications Manager will collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to optimize processes, improve data-driven decision-making, and deliver technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
Position Duties & Responsibilities
• Manage and mentor the Applications team (Business Analyst, ERP Administrator).
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Oversee all application systems, ensuring stability, performance, and alignment with business needs.
• Coordinate system upgrades, patches, and vendor relationships.
• Lead BI initiatives using Qlik and oversee data modelling to deliver actionable insights.
• Develop dashboards and reporting solutions for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Explore and implement AI-driven solutions for predictive analytics, automation, and process optimization.
• Oversee API integrations between all applications.
• Ensure data integrity and seamless workflows across platforms.
• Maintain application security, licensing compliance, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and digital transformation initiatives.
Education & Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT applications management or similar role.
• ERP experience; SAP S/4HANA (Nice-to-have).
• Hands-on experience with Qlik or other BI tools. (Nice-to-have)
• Familiarity with AI concepts and practical applications in business.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Why Join Us
• Be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation, excellence and making an impact in the poultry industry.
• Collaborate with a passionate and skilled team to bring groundbreaking products to market.
• Enjoy opportunities for career growth, training and development support.
• Competitive salary.
• Group benefits plan & EFAP wellness program.
• Hybrid Schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days WFH – may vary based on project needs).
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience. This role is open to candidates based in Ontario, Canada preferably within the Waterloo-Kitchener-Cambridge-Guelph-Brant-Brantford regions. Jamesway is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.