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IT Manager (m/f/d) Central Europe

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Saint-Gobain

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Wesseling

AI generated summary

  • You have a degree in IT/business informatics, leadership experience in IT teams, technical expertise, fluent in German and English, and are open to travel in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will lead the IT team, manage local applications, drive projects, collaborate with stakeholders, analyze inefficiencies, and propose IT solutions to meet business objectives.

Requirements

  • Educational Background: You hold a degree in business informatics, computer science, or a comparable qualification.
  • Leadership and Experience: You have several years of experience managing IT teams and services (e.g., ITSM/ITIL) and a proven track record of successfully implementing IT projects.
  • Technical Expertise: You possess in-depth knowledge of IT architecture, business applications, systems, and security concepts. Your hands-on approach ensures you’re ready to dive into technical challenges when needed.
  • Communication and Language Skills: You are fluent in German and English, enabling effective collaboration in an international environment.
  • Flexibility and Mobility: You’re open to regional travel and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and Empower the Team: You will take charge of our internal IT team (4 FTE), providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to elevate the team’s performance.
  • Drive Operational Excellence: You’ll oversee the smooth operation of local business applications and IT systems in line with Saint-Gobain Group IT and cybersecurity standards.
  • Deliver IT Projects: From conception to completion, you will manage and execute projects that enhance scalability, efficiency, and reusability while meeting business needs.
  • Be Hands-On When Needed: Besides being able to delegate, you’ll actively step in and tackle operational tasks, setting the example for your team.
  • Collaborate Across Boundaries: Work closely with business functional teams, Group IT services, external suppliers, and the regional CIO to ensure alignment and seamless cooperation.
  • Act as a Strategic Business Partner: Analyze pain points and inefficiencies, propose IT solutions that add value, and contribute to planning and building business cases that support organizational goals.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the IT Manager (m/f/d) in Central Europe?

The primary responsibility is to lead and empower the internal IT team while overseeing the smooth operation of local business applications and IT systems in line with Saint-Gobain Group IT and cybersecurity standards.

What educational background is required for this position?

A degree in business informatics, computer science, or a comparable qualification is required.

What level of experience is expected from candidates?

Candidates should have several years of experience managing IT teams and services, with a proven track record of successfully implementing IT projects.

What language skills are necessary for this role?

Fluency in German and English is required to enable effective collaboration in an international environment.

Is regional travel a requirement for this job?

Yes, candidates should be open to regional travel as part of their responsibilities.

What type of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a fast-paced, dynamic environment where collaboration and innovation are highly valued.

Are there opportunities for personal growth within the company?

Yes, Saint-Gobain Abrasives values personal growth, offering development opportunities to elevate team performance.

What does the recruitment process involve?

The recruitment process includes an initial review of application documents, an informal telephone or online interview, and a personal interview on-site to assess both skills and cultural fit.

Does Saint-Gobain value diversity in its hiring process?

Yes, Saint-Gobain values diversity and welcomes all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, and identity.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

You can reach out to Eva Zehentleitner at eva-maria.zehentleitner@saint-gobain.com for any questions regarding the position.

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Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions for the construction, mobility and industrial markets. Developed through a continuous innovation process, our integrated solutions provide sustainability and performance in daily life, addressing the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry. In this way, we contribute to reducing carbon emissions, leveraging resource efficiency and increasing circularity. Saint-Gobain believes in progress and seeks to be a game-changer that improves individual and collective health and wellness. We are convinced that the solutions that meet everyone’s essential needs and allow us to live better together, without jeopardizing future generations, are still to be invented. Our commitment to reach this ambitious objective is guided by our shared purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”. €47.9 billion in sales in 2023 160,000 employees, located in 76 countries Committed to achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2050