_{09th February, 2026}

Enterprise Applications Manager About the Role Freighter Group is seeking a strategic Enterprise Applications Manager to serve as the focal point for managing the implementation, governance, and support of our core applications. This is a pivotal leadership position overseeing the strategic direction of our Information Systems (IS) suite across cross-functional departments.

Based at our Ballarat Head Office, you will orchestrate the planning, architecting, and evolving of secure and robust systems. You will lead a dedicated IS team that underpins our Sales, Finance, Manufacturing, Dealers, HR, and Technology sectors.

Key Responsibilities

•   Strategy & Leadership: Collaborate with the Head of IT and Executive team to prioritise initiatives that support business strategy.
    
•   Team Mentorship: Lead and mentor the technology team, cultivating a culture of innovation, accountability, and reliability.
    
•   Digital Transformation: Drive transformation using emerging technologies and AI to improve business processes and efficiency.
    
•   Systems Management: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex integrations and ERP-level systems.
  
  
•   Operational Support: Provide BAU technical support to end-users to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
    
•   Financial Oversight: Manage the department budget and identify cost-optimisation opportunities.
    
•   Vendor Management: Administer procurement, contract renewals, and regular vendor performance reviews.
  
  
•   Project Management: Plan and monitor projects related to system integrations, ensuring they meet timelines and quality standards.
    

Required Skills and Experience

•   Industry Experience: Minimum of ten years delivering ERP implementations within the manufacturing industry.
    
•   Technical Proficiencies: Strong experience with SAP S/4HANA, JD Edwards E1, SAP CRM, PLM software, HRIS, and complex integrations.
    
•   Leadership: Proven ability to inspire a team and work effectively in a matrix environment.
  
  
•   Project Methodology: Knowledge of system development methodologies, project management principles, and ITIL.
    
•   Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships.
  
  
•   Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
    
•   Global Exposure: Experience in a global matrix management environment is highly regarded.
    

Location & Requirements

• This role is based in our Ballarat manufacturing office.
    
• The successful candidate is required to be on-site five days a week.
    

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