Global Head IT Business Partner & IT Project Management (f/m/d)

Freudenberg Group; München; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Freudenberg Group in Munich seeks an experienced IT leader to develop and implement a global IT strategy aligned with business goals. You will manage demand and project portfolios across the group and lead international IT teams to deliver strategic initiatives.

You will translate business requirements into scalable IT solutions, establish governance and standards, and oversee budgets, resources, risks, and innovation across the global IT landscape.

Qualifications

• Several years of leadership experience in international IT organizations.
• Proven success in leading and developing teams within global structures.
• Ability to translate business strategies into IT initiatives and outcomes.
• Strong engagement with senior stakeholders and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strategic mindset with strong execution skills and drive for change.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of a global IT strategy aligned with business objectives
• Management and prioritization of the global IT demand and project portfolio
• Leadership and development of international IT teams
• Translation of business requirements into scalable IT solutions and successful implementation
• Establishment of governance, standards and processes to enhance the global IT organization
• Oversight of resources, budgets, risks and driving innovation across the IT landscape

Skills

Leadership

IT governance

Stakeholder management

Change management

Strategic thinking

Team development

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Development and implementation of a global IT strategy aligned with the company's business objectives
• Management and prioritization of the global IT demand and project portfolio
• Leadership and development of international teams in IT Business Partnering and Project Management
• Translation of business requirements into scalable IT solutions and ensuring their successful implementation
• Establishment of efficient processes, governance structures and standards to continuously enhance the global IT organization
• Responsibility for stakeholder management, resources, budgets and risks as well as driving innovation and harmonization across the global IT landscape

Qualifications:

• Several years of leadership experience in international IT organizations with a focus on business partnering, demand management, or portfolio management
• Proven success in leading and developing teams within global matrix structures.
• Ability to translate business strategies into effective IT initiatives and sustainable business success
• Strong skills in engaging with senior stakeholders and managing cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic mindset, strong execution skills, and a strong drive to shape the future
• Confident demeanor, persuasiveness, and a passion for actively driving change

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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