Application Tools Portfolio Manager

The Software Application Tools Portfolio Manager is crucial in executing the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of key internal software tools within Dematic’s SD&O organization. This role bridges business needs and technology implementation, ensuring that tools deliver value, align with enterprise strategy, and support the broader application portfolio objectives.

We offer

• Own multiple software applications that are used by the business to design, deploy, and manage our automated solutions.
• Partner with development, hosting, and platform teams to ensure delivery and ongoing optimization of assigned tools (note: these teams are outside of the Tools Portfolio Management Team )
• Define and maintain vision, strategy, and roadmaps for application tools that align s with business objectives and the broader application portfolio strategy.
• Conduct user research, gather stakeholder feedback, and monitor market trends to inform product decisions and prioritization.
• Translate business needs into clear requirements; prioritize features based on value, impact, and feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, solution development , IT , and our internal development teams to ensure cohesive development, delivery, and optimization.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of assigned application tools with focus on value delivery and operational efficiency.
• Define and maintain KPIs, track adoption and tool effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement through data-informed decisions.
• Support rationalization efforts in collaboration with the Integration Architect and Portfolio Director. Align tool investments to multi-year strategic plans.
• Serve as the primary liaison for tool-specific updates, training coordination, and cross-functional alignment.

Tasks and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business , Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8- 10 + years in product or portfolio management, with a focus on enterprise software tools, SaaS platforms, or internal systems.
• Solid understanding of software development processes, system integration, and web technologies.
• Experience managing products through full lifecycle using Agile methodologies is desired.
• Skilled in connecting product decisions to business outcomes, analyzing data, and prioritizing features for impact.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment without direct authority.
• Strong understanding for users and experience shaping solutions based on real-world customer needs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.