Senior Manager, Applications Development and Delivery - G&A Tesla Motors

Senior Manager, Applications Development and Delivery - Job Description

About Tesla:
Tesla's goal is to produce a full range of electric cars, from sports cars to mass-market vehicles â€" relentlessly driving down the cost of electric vehicles. It is currently the only U.S. automaker that builds and sells highway-capable EVs in serial production. Palo Alto, California-based Tesla designs and manufactures EVs and EV powertrain components. Tesla has delivered more than 1,600 Roadsters to customers in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific Region. Model S, the first premium sedan to be built from the ground up as an electric vehicle, goes on the market in mid-2012.

Overview of the Opportunity:

The Senior Manager of Applications Development and Delivery's primary responsibility is to manage the Applications development, delivery and support of all applications used by Tesla's G&A organizations (Finance, HR, Legal, IT and other G&A functions) and to ensure they align with the company's overall business objectives. This individual's principal goals are to develop and manage application portfolios for each of these departments, make sure the IT team's priorities are aligned with business priorities and to attain IT service level agreements for these user communities within the organization.

He or She will plan, coordinate, direct, and design all operational activities of the IT Applications department pertaining to these areas, as well as provide direction and support for IT solutions that enable and enhance mission-critical business operations. The Senior Manager of Applications Development and Delivery will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Formulate and deploy long-term strategic plans for acquiring and enabling efficient and cost-effective information processing and communication technologies.
• Manage, Develop and Deliver custom in-house applications for Tesla's business and functional needs.
• Manage IT department operational and strategic planning, including business requirements, project planning, and organizing and negotiating the allocation of resources.
• Where necessary, re-engineer applications support to ensure it aligns with business processes, tactical planning, and strategic vision.
• Define and communicate project milestones, service level agreements, and resource allocation to executive team, department leads, support staff, and end users.
• Develop and review budgets for and from IT department divisions and ensure they comply with stated goals, guidelines, and objectives.
• Review performance of IT systems to determine operating costs, productivity levels, and upgrade requirements.
• Develop bid requirements for all hardware and software upgrades, reviews submitted bids for compliance with stated requirements, and makes the appropriate award.
• Authorize and oversee the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, and support of all hardware and software based on department needs.
• Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives.
• Direct research on potential technology solutions and implementations in support of new initiatives, opportunities, and procurement efforts.
• Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
• Oversee negotiation and administration of vendor, outsourcer, and consultant contracts and service agreements.
• Manage IT staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• University degree in the field of computer science or information systems or equivalent and 8+ years related work experience. Master's degree in either of these fields or Master of Business Administration with technology as a core component preferred.
• 5+ years experience managing and/or directing IT Applications teams.
• Experience in managing, developing and supporting Finance and HRIS Applications is a must. Experience in SAP Financials is a big plus
• Proven experience in IT Applications strategic planning and development, project management, and policy development.
• Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.
• Knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.
• Superior understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.
• Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.