Senior manager, Application Development

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan, American Apparel, Comfort Colors, GOLDTOE, and Peds. We've spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with our 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.The opportunityReporting to the Director, Application Development, the Sr Manager will work closely with business analysts, project managers, cross-functional and technical teams to mentor and guide the development team.The roleManage and coordinate development requirements among the development team to respect project timeline, code, technical documentation, and testing processes quality.Manage and apply Gildan software development life cycle (SDLC) methodology and standards for programming and documentation.Validate the stability and the integrity of our ERP as well as some other applications connected to it like label printing, document layouts and archiving, scanning of inventory transactions in manufacturing branches.Identify interface risks and check ERP security.Validate the efficiency and fluidity of transaction processing; create monitoring tools in order to be proactive in incident management.Ensure the appropriate support of all phases of implementation for small or big projects (Pre and Post implementation activities).Prepare support rotation schedules, manage the follow-up of incidents, and ensure the appropriate support for priority one incidents.Work closely with suppliers and other IT departments to support upgrades, OS or infrastructure changes on applications owned by the ERP development team.Manage a team of professionals, train and mentor team members to ensure a highly skilled workforce.The requirementsBachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.Minimum of 10 years of IT experience and at least 5 years ERP experience (JD Edwards World or E1 is an asset).Minimum of 3 years of experience in a management role and leading a team of professionals.Good understanding of business processes.Knowledge of IBM Iseries machines (AS400) and DB2 is an asset.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex problems: knowledge of enterprise systems, software development, and IT infrastructure.Ability to mentor the team in all development phases, including functional and technical documentation.Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with all IT groups of the organization. Good interpersonal skills and a desire to collaborate and share with others in a matrixed team environment.Able to adapt to changing priorities; drives change and builds enthusiasm among the team to increase the adoption of it.Knowledge of SDLC processes and SOX compliance rules.Comfortable in a fast-paced growth environment.Project management skills are an asset.Able to travel worldwide for few weeks per year depending on projects.Comfortable in a multi-cultural environment.Written and oral skills in English (French and/or Spanish are assets).This position requires proficiency in a language other than French to support customers, employees or markets located outside the province of Quebec or requiring services in a language other than French - mainly English.What's in it for you?Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential.Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated.From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues.Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities.Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages.We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.Come as you areWe recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.#FindYourFit at Gildan and tailor the future of your own career.

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