IT Business Relationship Manager
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Houston, TX, United States
Job Description:
The Business Relationship Manager (BRM) acts as a strategic interface between IT and business units, to identify opportunities for technology and service improvement, and ensure that IT services align with business needs to enhance value delivery and innovation. This role develops and maintains trusted relationships with business stakeholders. For incoming demand for IT services, this role coordinates business prioritization, participates in the demand evaluation process, monitors effective service delivery and value realization, and supports organizational change through technology enablement. The BRM advocates for the business within IT and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, bridging the gap between business needs and technological capabilities as a trusted advisor.
What You Will Do
Strategic Partnership: Build and maintain robust relationships with business stakeholders to understand their strategic goals and operational needs. Identify opportunities for technology and service improvements to support business growth and efficiency. Guide the development of business requirements to ensure clearly identified needs, intended outcomes, and potential constraints. Advise business leaders on existing IT services and solutions that may fit their requirements.
Demand Management: Collaborate with business units to prioritize IT service demands based on strategic objectives. Ensure projects and initiatives align with business goals.
Innovation: Identify opportunities for technology to improve business processes and drive growth. Collaborate cross‑functionally to support digital transformation and innovation.
Service Delivery: Act as the primary point of contact between business and IT teams to ensure effective service delivery and timely issue resolution. Monitor and report on service performance against agreed service level agreements (SLAs).
Value Realization: Measure and communicate the value delivered by IT services and projects. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.
Change Management: Facilitate organizational change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new technologies and processes by business users.
Communication and Advocacy: Advocate for business needs within IT, ensuring clear communication of requirements. Promote awareness of IT capabilities and innovations within business units.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT services and projects, developing strategies to minimize disruptions.
What You Will Need
A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in business relationship management, IT consulting, or a related role.
Demonstrated experience managing cross‑functional initiatives and engaging with senior stakeholders.
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree in a related field.
Preferred Certifications: Certified Business Relationship Manager (CBRM), ITIL, PMP, or similar certifications.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT service management, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation strategies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business goals, objectives, processes, industry trends, and how technology drives business success.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
Relationship Building: Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at various levels.
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
Project Management: Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Understanding of enterprise portfolio and project management.
Influence and Negotiation: Skilled in influencing and negotiating to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT service management, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation strategies.
Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.
Reporting Relationships This position reports to a VP‑level role and may have direct reports.
Export Control Notice This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’s verification that the candidate is a “U.S. Person” or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. “U.S. Persons” are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.
About Us We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times. ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting‑edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever‑present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
About Our Benefits ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry‑leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well‑being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work‑life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity ABS Bureau is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status, or other non‑work‑related characteristics protected under federal or state laws.
Other This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.
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What You Will Do
Strategic Partnership: Build and maintain robust relationships with business stakeholders to understand their strategic goals and operational needs. Identify opportunities for technology and service improvements to support business growth and efficiency. Guide the development of business requirements to ensure clearly identified needs, intended outcomes, and potential constraints. Advise business leaders on existing IT services and solutions that may fit their requirements.
Demand Management: Collaborate with business units to prioritize IT service demands based on strategic objectives. Ensure projects and initiatives align with business goals.
Innovation: Identify opportunities for technology to improve business processes and drive growth. Collaborate cross‑functionally to support digital transformation and innovation.
Service Delivery: Act as the primary point of contact between business and IT teams to ensure effective service delivery and timely issue resolution. Monitor and report on service performance against agreed service level agreements (SLAs).
Value Realization: Measure and communicate the value delivered by IT services and projects. Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements.
Change Management: Facilitate organizational change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new technologies and processes by business users.
Communication and Advocacy: Advocate for business needs within IT, ensuring clear communication of requirements. Promote awareness of IT capabilities and innovations within business units.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT services and projects, developing strategies to minimize disruptions.
What You Will Need
A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in business relationship management, IT consulting, or a related role.
Demonstrated experience managing cross‑functional initiatives and engaging with senior stakeholders.
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree in a related field.
Preferred Certifications: Certified Business Relationship Manager (CBRM), ITIL, PMP, or similar certifications.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT service management, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation strategies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business goals, objectives, processes, industry trends, and how technology drives business success.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
Relationship Building: Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at various levels.
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
Project Management: Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Understanding of enterprise portfolio and project management.
Influence and Negotiation: Skilled in influencing and negotiating to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IT service management, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation strategies.
Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.
Reporting Relationships This position reports to a VP‑level role and may have direct reports.
Export Control Notice This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’s verification that the candidate is a “U.S. Person” or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. “U.S. Persons” are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.
About Us We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times. ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting‑edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever‑present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
About Our Benefits ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry‑leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well‑being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work‑life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity ABS Bureau is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status, or other non‑work‑related characteristics protected under federal or state laws.
Other This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.
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