Federal Signal Corporation

Business Systems Manager

Federal Signal Corporation$110K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related field.
  • 5-8+ years in business systems, business intelligence, or data analytics roles.
  • Strong software development experience with JavaScript, Python, Apache Spark, or RESTful APIs.
  • Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, CRM platforms, and Power BI.
  • Experience with system integrations and cloud-based solutions, preferably Azure.
  • 2-5+ years of leadership experience in managing teams or projects.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting production environments, agile methodologies, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the business systems strategy aligned with organizational goals.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to define requirements and support data-driven decisions.
  • Lead the design and enhancement of business intelligence and analytics solutions.
  • Oversee KPIs and performance metrics using tools like Power BI.
  • Establish data governance standards ensuring integrity and compliance.
  • Manage system architecture and integrations to meet evolving needs.
  • Drive continuous improvement by optimizing processes and system performance.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid group benefits covering health, dental, life, disability, and travel.
  • Vacation and paid personal days.
  • Employer-matching retirement savings plan.
  • Annual performance reviews with raise opportunities.
  • Bonus opportunities.
Full Job Description
Business Systems Manager

Innisfil, Ontario

About the Role

The Business Systems Manager leads the organization's business systems strategy, data analytics, reporting, and process optimization. They partner with leaders to improve systems, strengthen data governance, and deliver scalable solutions that enhance operations. The role oversees business intelligence, reporting frameworks, system integrations, and continuous improvement while ensuring data integrity and strong end-user adoption across ERP (Intellidealer), CRM (Dynamics 365), BI (Fabric), and related cloud platforms.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain the business systems strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational goals.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to define requirements, prioritize initiatives, and support data-driven decisions.
  • Lead the design, deployment, and enhancement of business intelligence, reporting, and analytics solutions.
  • Oversee dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics across tools such as Power BI.
  • Establish and enforce data governance standards to ensure accuracy, integrity, accessibility, and compliance.
  • Manage system architecture, integrations, and platform improvements to meet evolving business needs.
  • Drive continuous improvement by streamlining processes and optimizing system performance.
  • Translate complex business needs into scalable system solutions and actionable recommendations.
  • Integrate new data sources and technologies to expand reporting capabilities and business insights.
  • Direct root-cause analysis and resolution of system, process, and data issues with sustainable fixes.
  • Oversee intake, prioritization, and execution of enhancement requests, projects, and operational support.
  • Ensure effective change management through communication, documentation, testing, and user adoption.


Total Rewards

  • Base salary range: $110,000.00 to $130,000.00 annually
  • Annual Bonus Opportunity
  • Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity
  • Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company - inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage
  • Vacation & Paid Personal days
  • Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan


Position Details

Location: Innisfil, Ontario

Status: Permanent

Position Type: Managerial, salaried position and may be exempt from overtime provisions under the Ontario Employment Standards Act.

Schedule: Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs.

Vacancy Type: Existing vacancy

Direct Reports: 2-3 reports

Travel: 2-5%, based on business needs

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
  • 5-8+ years of experience in business systems, business intelligence, data analytics, or similar technical roles.
  • Strong hands-on software development experience with JavaScript, Python, Apache Spark, RESTful APIs, or comparable technologies.
  • Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, CRM platforms, Power BI, and modern reporting/analytics tools.
  • Experience designing and implementing system integrations, APIs, and cloud-based solutions (Azure familiarity preferred).
  • 2-5+ years of leadership experience, either managing people or leading projects.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and experience supporting production environments.
  • Background working in Agile teams, with exposure to QA, testing, and release processes.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
  • Certifications in Microsoft Power, Fabric, or Azure, plus experience with emerging technologies (including embedded AI), considered strong assets.


Additional Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and satisfactory driver's abstract required
  • Completion of a job-related background check in accordance with applicable laws


Work Environment

  • Office environment


About Federal Signal Corporation

Federal Signal Corporation is a global corporation with about 3200 employees located in Oak Brook, Illinois. Federal Signal designs, develops, and manufactures security systems, fire rescue products, street sweepers, and industrial vacuums. The company operates in two segments: Environmental Solutions Group and Safety and Security Systems Group. The Environmental Solutions Group segment manufactures and supplies a range of street sweepers, vacuum trucks, and other specialty vehicles. The Safety and Security Systems Group segment offers systems and products for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, and industrial communications.
Learn more about Federal Signal Corporation
Size
3,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$96.2 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+11.4%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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