Program Lead - Application Rationalization - BISD

Job Title: Program Lead - Application Rationalization
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: 01+ Months

Job Description:
Application Rationalization:

• Develop and execute plans to simplify and modernize the application portfolio using Power Apps and the Power Platform.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate, retire, or replace applications.

Program Management:

• Lead rationalization projects, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to implement solutions effectively.

Power Platform Support:

• Design and deploy Power Apps to support application rationalization.
• Use tools like Power Automate and Power BI for process automation and insights.

Application Portfolio Assessment:

• Analyze the current portfolio to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for optimization.
• Create dashboards to track application performance, cost, and usage.

Communication:

• Present progress and recommendations to leadership.
• Communicate the benefits of rationalization efforts to stakeholders.

Experience:

• 7+ years in program management, application portfolio management, or business/application architecture.
• Proven expertise in Power Apps and Power Platform solutions, including building and deploying applications at an enterprise scale.
• Significant experience leading application rationalization initiatives in complex organizations.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Azure integrations.
• Deep understanding of application lifecycle management, low-code/no-code development, and cloud technologies.
• Familiarity with Application Performance Monitoring (APM) tools and methodologies, with a focus on integrating Power Platform solutions.
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Expertise in translating technical concepts, particularly around Power Platform capabilities, into actionable business strategies.

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications in Power Platform, Azure, or related fields are a strong plus

Skill

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Required 8 Years
• Engineering business process improvement resulting in streamlined and effective processes with a mind towards automated solutions. Required 8 Years
• Leading, delegating, motivating, and obtaining desired results. Required 5 Years
• Work with business units to assess complex business functions and processes. Required 5 Years
• Negotiate, mediate, settle disputes equitably, and handle difficult situations diplomatically. Required 5 Years

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