EMEA IT Manager

Are you an experienced, hands-on IT leader with a passion for strategy and innovation? Do you thrive in managing teams across diverse IT domains?

We are looking for an EMEA IT Manager to drive our IT strategy and lead three dynamic teams:

1. Infrastructure, Security, Operations, and Applications
2. Manufacturing Systems (including Industrial Control Systems)
3. Data, Analytics, and AI

You’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening team synergy, ensuring technological advancement, and aligning IT objectives with our broader business goals. This is an exciting opportunity to lead transformative IT initiatives in a dynamic environment, where innovation and efficiency drive success. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for technology, apply to join our team today!

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Coordination

• Lead, mentor, and develop team leaders to foster growth and collaboration across the IT department.
• Ensure efficient resource and budget management to drive cost-effectiveness.
• Promote continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and improvement within the teams.

Infrastructure, Security, Operations, and Applications

• Develop security strategies and continuity plans for IT infrastructure.
• Ensure consistent performance, conducting risk assessments and implementing security enhancements.
• Manage IT assets and budgets, maintaining alignment with US standards for equipment and processes.

Production Systems (Industrial Control Systems)

• Support and advise on the management and security of production systems, ensuring reliability across manufacturing.
• Oversee IT interventions and upgrades in production environments to enhance continuity and security.

Data, Analytics, and AI

• Develop data and analytics strategies to support data-driven business decisions and AI integration.
• Set up data governance structures, enabling practical use of data across teams.

Project Management and Stakeholder Communication

• Drive IT project management, ensuring projects meet budget and timeline requirements.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders on IT initiatives, providing regular updates on progress and impact.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Stay updated on emerging technologies relevant to infrastructure, production, and data analytics.
• Lead strategic roadmap development with a focus on long-term IT growth and process optimization.

How does our ideal candidate look like?

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Minimum 8 years of IT management experience, with a track record of leading multiple teams.
• Expertise in IT infrastructure, security, production systems, and data analytics.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks and standards (e.g., ITIL, ISO 27001, NIS2, EU AI Act).
• Experience with industrial control systems and manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in data management, analytics platforms, and AI/Machine Learning.

Performance by design. Caring by choice.™

We want to be the place where people want to work. That’s why we particularly focus on safety, mutual respect, integrity and a performance-driven environment. To be the employer of choice, we offer:

Career Growth

We offer exciting career opportunities, whether you want to grow within your function, extend your knowledge across different levels or would like to grow into a managerial role.

Engaging Culture

We continue to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity of thought is valued.

Well-Being

The well-being of our employees is essential to our success. We encourage a healthy lifestyle and offer amenities such as ergonomic work areas and social activities.

Generous Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including extra-legal benefits like insurance plans, safety incentives, vouchers, annual bonus and additional holidays.