Head of (m/w/d) IT Business Solutions Sourcing

TT Exchange Rates; Darmstadt; Hybrid; EUR 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Culture of innovation

Flat hierarchies

International projects

Döhler Academy

On-site cafeteria and activities

Zusammenfassung

Döhler, a global leader in natural ingredients, seeks Head of IT Business Solutions Sourcing in Darmstadt. You will lead Sourcing and Customs IT systems (SAP Ariba, GTS, S/4HANA) across Döhler entities and drive digitalization of processes, collaborating with global teams.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and fluency in English and German. You will guide end-to-end project lifecycles, shape IT strategy, and ensure secure, scalable solutions while fostering a

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor or equivalent in business informatics or IT.
• Proven experience in managing Sourcing/Customs IT applications.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Aufgaben

• Oversee Sourcing and Customs IT systems across Döhler entities.
• Drive projects and support end users via ticket system.
• Advance digitalization of sourcing and customs processes.
• Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle: planning, scheduling, budgeting.
• Develop IT strategy and architecture as part of digitalization roadmap.
• Lead IT hubs in Europe, Turkey and India.
• Ensure thorough documentation of processes and systems.
• Foster collaborative, high-performance environment.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

English/German proficiency

Cloud & security awareness

Ausbildung

Bachelor/Master in Informatics or Business Informatics

Tools

SAP Ariba

S/4HANA

SAP GTS

Ticket system

IT architecture

Jobbeschreibung

Head of (m/w/d) IT Business Solutions Sourcing

Job Description Title: Head of (m/w/d) IT Business Solutions Sourcing Date: 11/25/25

Reference ID: 42511

Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition?

We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10,000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.

We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.

Your Role

• Together with your team you are responsible for all Sourcing and Customs IT systems (SAP Ariba, GTS, S4/HANA, etc.) across all Döhler legal entities globally
• You build and run, which means you drive projects but also support the Key and End Users by delivering resolutions via our ticket system
• You spearhead the further digitalization of Sourcing and Customs processes to make us a digital leader in our industry by identifying emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices to improve systems, processes, and solutions
• You oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle, including planning, scoping, scheduling, resource allocation, and budget management
• You further develop and improve the company’s IT strategy and architecture as part of our digitalization roadmap
• You lead and develop your team of skilled experts in our IT Hubs in Europe, Turkey and India
• You ensure the documentation of all relevant processes and systems in your area
• You foster a positive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and high-performance

Your Profile

• You have successfully completed your studies of (business) informatics or equivalent
• You have proven experience in a similar role, overseeing the management, development, and maintenance of Sourcing and/or Customs IT applications
• You have strong knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP Ariba and S4/HANA procurement-related modules
• If you have experience in SAP GTS, that is a strong plus
• Your path so far is evidence of strong leadership skills
• You have project management experience, including the ability to drive projects to successful completion within scope, timeline, and budget
• On a personal level your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate and align with stakeholders at all levels of the organization are convincing
• You have a understanding of sourcing and customs processes, regulations, and industry best practices
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions, emerging technologies, and data security protocols completes your profile
• Your working languages are English and German and you enjoy travelling to our national and international locations from time to time (<10%)

Your Benefits

• Culture: Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned company, flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and helpful colleagues
• Impact: You are an integral part of our business success and make an important contribution to the future of nutrition
• Empowerment: You can fully unleash your potential and have the opportunity to take on responsibilities
• Digitalization: We maintain excellent partnerships with market-leading innovators, allowing you to access and work with state-of-the-art technologies
• Anniversary and special payments
• Employee referral bonuses
• Additional benefits: Christmas parties, events, financial benefits, and online shop discounts (e.g., IT leasing, mobile phone contracts, shopping, and travel discounts, etc.)
• Welcome@Döhler: Onboarding event for all new colleagues, as well as several weeks of individual training
• Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Food is taken care of: On-site cafeteria with regional and varied cuisine and complimentary drinks
• Stay fit: Take advantage of local sports offerings at reduced prices
• Mobility: Subsidized Germany ticket or JobRad
• Insurance benefits such as company pension plans and accident insurance
• Global growth trajectory: Challenging and internationally oriented work at our headquarters in Darmstadt
• Attractive location in Darmstadt: Easily accessible by train, bus, on foot, or by car (free parking)

Equal opportunities for all

We welcome applicants, who are just as diverse as we are - regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.