Director Business Applications

Affinity Search Partners • Full-time • Nashville Metropolitan Area, US • 15h ago

If you're a technology leader who thrives at the intersection of business strategy and hands-on delivery, this is the opportunity for you.

We're seeking a Director of Business Applications to own the full portfolio of custom and commercial software applications for a growing Nashville-based company. You'll be the connective tissue between business stakeholders and the technology team — translating operational needs into scalable solutions and leading a team that delivers them.

What You'll Do

Own and oversee all custom-built and commercial software applications across the organization
Partner with business leaders to understand priorities, define requirements, and deliver technology solutions that move the business forward
Build and manage departmental budgets, balancing cost efficiency with strategic investment
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technology professionals
Drive enterprise system implementations from scoping through go-live
Evaluate and introduce new tools, methodologies, and platforms that improve how the business operates
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a cohesive, integrated approach to technology projects

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree
7+ years of experience in technology, with at least 3 in a management or director-level role
Proven track record managing both custom-developed and commercial off-the-shelf applications
Strong communicator — equally effective with engineers, executives, and end users
Experience leading enterprise system implementations
Preferred: hands-on familiarity with UKG (Ultimate Software), ADP, OnBase, or Microsoft Power Platform