The Southern Company Atlanta , GA 30301
Posted 7 days ago
Corporate Services Systems Application Portfolio
Application Development Supervisor-Corporate Back-Office Technologies (CBOT)
Level 7
Job Description
The Corporate Services Systems Portfolio, within the SCS Technology Organization (TO), provides support for ~160+ highly diverse application solutions for ~20+ different functional & departmental Business Partners, across the enterprise. The Application Development Supervisor
The Application Development Supervisor will be responsible for managing the Portfolio
As a leader in TO, the Application Development Supervisor will combine business and TO acumen with cross-functional leadership skills, to collaborate and innovate with both TO and Business Partner stakeholders, to facilitate and execute a range of diverse, line-of-business projects to achieve maximum business value and exceptional customer service/satisfaction through the appropriate use of technology.
Job Responsibilities
CBOT technical team, leading the strategic and tactical directions for day-to-day activities.+ Embed with supported Business Partners - building strong relationships and serving as a trusted technology advisor - to enhance the strategic partnership with TO.+ Serve as the initial, management point-of-contact for Portfolio
CBOT application solutions.+ Collaborate with the Portfolio Manager, Technology Planning Analysts, and Application Solutions Architect to explore technology governance and strategic technology planning opportunities for supported Business Partners, to drive development of requisite technology roadmaps to provide prioritization of pertinent technology projects/initiatives for implementation, in support of business imperatives.+ Own and manage end-to-end software lifecycle plans/processes for Portfolio
CBOT application solutions.+ Implementation of new application solutions (custom development, third-party package, or SaaS).+ Enhancements, upgrades, migrations, etc. of existing application solutions.+ Coordinate planning and execution of application solution release cycles.+ Assist in rationalizing eligible application solutions.+ Operational support/maintenance activities for all application solutions.+ Ensure all required support documentation is in place and routinely updated, inclusive of applicable business continuity/disaster recovery plans.+ Implement and maintain support/maintenance processes focused on identification and mitigation of root cause.+ Develop and execute communication plans to notify stakeholders of operational or project activity with application solution and/or business process impacts.+ Own and manage a comprehensive, prioritized Portfolio
CBOT team workplan to ensure delivery on commitments.+ Ensure technical resources are effectively utilized; maintain the ability to flex to meet Business Partners demands.+ Own and manage new application solution requests for supported Business partners - solution research, evaluation, recommendation, design, implementation/cost proposal, and execution.+ Own and manage Portfolio
CBOT application solution vendor relationships - contracts, SOWs, service levels, etc.+ Focus on strong value-add partnerships to meet the imperatives of supported Business Partners.+ Establish and maintain strong partnerships/working relationships with other TO organizations and resources.+ Ensure full understanding of, and alignment with, annual budgets for Portfolio
CBOT application solutions.
Education & Experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities+ Comprehensive leadership skills, recognizable by others.+ Comprehensive customer service skills - ability to consistently deliver on commitments.+ Strong project management skills - including the ability to facilitate solutions consulting/brokering, perform budget/financial analyses, organize and manage multiple tasks/priorities/details, manage teamwork and communication, meet tight schedules/deadlines, and deliver on commitments.+ Expert analytical, diagnostic/troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.+ Excellent communication (both oral and written) and presentation skills, with the ability to relate and connect with a variety of audiences.+ Effective consulting skills, with the ability to negotiate, build consensus, and influence others.+ Strong interpersonal skills - ability to build, nurture, and influence relationships across, and at all levels of, the organization, with a focus on cooperation and teamwork.+ Ability to think strategically and exhibit breadth in vision and creative thinking.+ Experience in business process / business requirements analysis and documentation.+ Knowledge of, and experience with, preparing and managing technology budgets.
Behavioral Attributes
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Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 6440
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
The Southern Company