Global SaaS Application Owner

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At ISS Tech Team, we create smarter workplace experiences through technology. Our Global Technology Solutions team builds digital solutions, from sensors and IoT devices to data, analytics and AI-driven capabilities, that support our ISS A/S operations across Cleaning, Workplace, Food and Technical Services.

With tech hubs in Copenhagen, Warsaw, and Porto, and teams collaborating across more than 30 countries, our ISS Tech team develops our digital solutions that have a real impact on both our customers and our people.

The Job Role as Global SaaS Application Owner:

We’re looking for a Global SaaS Application Owner to take end-to-end ownership of a business-critical global platform and its supporting technology ecosystem.

This is a hands-on application ownership role, not a traditional Service Delivery position. You’ll be responsible for how the application operates, is configured, evolves and delivers value to the business.

You don’t need experience with our specific platform or Sustainability/HSE. We’re looking for someone who has owned and configured a complex SaaS or enterprise application and can quickly develop deep expertise in a new platform and business area.

Location: Porto, Portugal or Warsaw, Poland

Work Regime: Hybrid

What you’ll do:

• Own the SaaS application end-to-end, including configuration, users and access, performance, data, integrations and continuous improvement.
• Become the internal application expert, developing deep knowledge of its configuration, workflows, functionality, data model and business processes.
• Take hands-on responsibility for application configuration, translating business requirements into practical, scalable solutions.
• Own the user and access management process, including provisioning, deprovisioning, roles, permissions and access governance.
• Manage application changes, releases, upgrades, testing and business validation.
• Own and prioritise the application roadmap and backlog based on business value, risk and strategic priorities.
• Work with stakeholders to understand business problems, challenge requirements and identify the right technology or process solution.
• Manage the SaaS supplier, holding them accountable for service, issue resolution and roadmap commitments.
• Oversee integrations, APIs, data pipelines and supporting technologies, working with specialist IT teams where needed.
• Measure application success through adoption, process improvement, service performance and business outcomes, not just SLAs.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardisation and better use of existing platform capabilities.
• Investigate complex application issues and drive problems through to root-cause resolution.

Who you’ll work with:

• Global sustainability, Business Operations Partner and compliance teams.
• Internal IT teams (integration, infrastructure, cybersecurity, support).
• SaaS vendor and external support partners.
• Data governance, enterprise architecture, and cross-functional governance board.

Key qualifications:

• Proven experience owning and managing a complex SaaS or enterprise application.
• Hands-on experience with application configuration, including workflows, business rules, permissions or similar configurable functionality.
• Experience owning user and access management, including provisioning, deprovisioning, roles, permissions and access governance.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into practical system solutions.
• Experience managing application changes through configuration, testing, business validation and release.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to understand, challenge and prioritise business requirements.
• Experience managing SaaS vendors and external suppliers, including performance, escalations and delivery commitments.
• Good understanding of integrations, APIs, data flows and identity/access management within an enterprise application environment.
• Strong understanding of data quality, governance and reporting within business applications.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues and drive root-cause resolution.
• Experience driving continuous improvement, automation and process standardisation.
• Ability to measure and demonstrate application adoption, business impact and value, not simply operational performance or SLAs.
• Ability to rapidly learn new applications, technologies and business processes and develop into a trusted application expert.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business, technology and supplier teams.
• Experience working within global, multi-country or regulated environments would be advantageous.
• Platform-specific or HSE/Sustainability experience is not required. We are looking for transferable experience managing configurable enterprise applications and the ability to quickly develop deep knowledge of a new platform and business domain.

What ISS Offers You:

We focus on creating an environment where you can grow and perform at your best:

• Permanent contract.
• Competitive compensation package based on your experience, including private health insurance.
• 22 days of annual leave + 3 additional company days to recharge.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid model that supports balance and collaboration.
• Continuous learning opportunities (technical and behavioural development) to support your growth.
• Modern, well-equipped office in the heart of Porto.
• Free parking for your convenience.
• Access to ISS Tech Communities to connect, learn and share knowledge.
• Free access to the company gym to support your wellbeing.
• Snacks and drinks available at the office.

Why ISS:

At ISS, we are more than just a service provider of cleaning, food, workplace and technical services, we are a partner in our customers’ success. By creating exceptional service moments and transforming workplaces into spaces where employees feel valued, engaged and productive, we enhance productivity and help our customers to attract talent and grow their businesses. This begins with our own people through training, career development, and a supportive culture – empowering them to deliver outstanding service. We know that when our people thrive, they create spaces where our customers’ employees and businesses thrive too.

ISS is a Place to Be You.

Be who you are. Become what you want. Be part of something bigger.

Become more. Become ISS.

ISS seeks to BE a place of belonging and CREATE places where every person is welcomed, embraced, and valued for exactly who they are. Places where people feel safe, respected, represented, and supported as their authentic selves.

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