Senior IT Executive (Enterprise Applications)
Summary
Senior IT Executive supporting enterprise applications (FMS, HMS, TMS, workshop systems) for a logistics group in Klang, Malaysia. Day to day: configuring and integrating systems, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, supporting upgrades/UAT, backups and disaster recovery, coordinating vendors, and mentoring junior staff.
1. Technical Proficiency
• Support the configuration, customization, and integration of FMS, HMS, TMS, Workshop Systems and other applications.
• Monitor system availability, performance, and security for enterprise applications.
2. Project Support
• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring enterprise application projects to ensure timely delivery. -Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders and translate them into functional specifications. -Support system upgrades, migrations, and enhancements, including UAT.
3. Operational Support & Troubleshooting
• Provide day-to-day technical support and issue resolution for applications.
• Analyze root causes of system issues and implement preventive measures.
• Ensure minimal downtime and business continuity for critical applications.
4. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Support the execution of disaster recovery plans and drills for enterprise applications.
• Perform and verify data backups, and support incident response activities when required.
5. Teamwork & Collaboration
• Work closely with the enterprise applications team on shared deliverables.
• Guide and share knowledge with junior executives to support their development.
6. Communication Skills
• Liaise with business users, vendors, and IT teams to align applications with business needs.
• Prepare user guides, system documentation, and status updates.
7. Strategic Thinking
• Support initiatives under the enterprise applications roadmap and the company’s digital transformation strategy.
• Identify and propose technology improvements to optimize business operations.
8. Problem Solving and Decision-Making
• Analyze system issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Escalate complex problems promptly with clear findings and suggested actions.
9. Vendor Management
• Coordinate with vendors on incidents, enhancements, and scheduled maintenance.
• Track vendor deliverables and service levels against agreed SLAs.
10. Budgeting and Cost Management
• Assist in tracking costs for enterprise application systems and projects.
• Support cost optimization initiatives without compromising system performance.
Change Management
• Support system change requests, ensuring smooth adoption by users.
• Provide training and documentation for new features and system enhancements.
12. Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure daily application operations comply with IT governance, cybersecurity, and industry regulations.
• Support periodic audits and risk assessments.
13. Continuous Learning
• Stay updated on emerging trends in enterprise applications and IT automation.
• Participate in training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in enterprise applications, ITIL, PMP, or system management are an advantage.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in IT application support, system implementation, and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience supporting logistics systems (FMS, HMS, TMS), Workshop System and other enterprise applications.
• Exposure to system integration, SQL databases, and report development is an advantage.
• Technical expertise in enterprise applications, databases, and system integrations.
• Ability to support and coordinate multiple application projects and tasks.
• Proficiency in system troubleshooting, debugging, and issue resolution.
• Understanding of business process automation and workflow management.
• Good vendor coordination and user support skills.
• Strong sense of ownership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of data security, compliance, and regulatory standards.
** Candidates must be willing to be based at Taman Intan, Klang