IT Manager - EMEA (f/m/d)

Canadian Solar; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Canadian Solar in Munich is seeking an IT Manager EMEA to lead the regional IT function, aligning technology with business goals across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. You will oversee Business Applications, IT Operations and Helpdesk while partnering with Global IT to drive digital transformation.

Responsibilities include managing the EMEA IT budget, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring service delivery meets global standards.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of IT experience with enterprise applications and tech management.
• 5+ years of IT leadership in regional or multi-country environments.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, CRM or similar systems.
• Experience leading IT teams or Helpdesk and managing external providers.

Aufgaben

• Lead the EMEA IT function and translate business needs into technology solutions.
• Oversee business applications, IT operations, and Helpdesk across the region.
• Manage regional IT budget and key technology vendors and service providers.
• Collaborate with Global IT, business leaders and external partners on transformation.
• Implement global IT policies and governance; report IT performance and risks.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure IT supports growth and operational excellence.

Kenntnisse

IT Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Global Collaboration

Communication

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

CRM

ERP

IT Operations

Microsoft 365

Jobbeschreibung

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

As our IT Manager EMEA, you will lead the regional IT function and act as the key link between our EMEA business teams and Global IT.

You will oversee Business Applications, IT Operations and Helpdesk, while managing the regional IT budget and key technology partners. Working closely with business leaders, Global IT and external providers, you will ensure that IT supports business growth, operational excellence and digital transformation across EMEA.

What You’ll Do

• IT Leadership & Business Partnership: Lead the EMEA IT function and act as a trusted partner to business stakeholders, translating business needs into effective technology solutions and priorities.
• Business Applications: Oversee the EMEA application landscape, including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, CRM and other core business systems. Lead the Applications team and ensure effective system lifecycle management, integration and continuous improvement.
• IT Operations & Helpdesk: Lead the EMEA Helpdesk team and ensure reliable, high-quality IT services across the region. Oversee service delivery, IT assets and end-user services, coordinating with Global IT and external providers on infrastructure, Microsoft 365, networks, cloud and other IT services.
• Projects & Transformation: Lead regional IT projects and initiatives from requirements through implementation, ensuring alignment with business priorities and Global IT standards.
• Budget & Vendors: Own the EMEA IT budget and manage key technology vendors and service providers, ensuring effective cost management, service quality and business value.
• Global IT & Governance: Act as the regional interface to Global IT, implementing global IT policies and standards while coordinating on infrastructure, cybersecurity, architecture and strategic technology initiatives. Provide regular updates on IT performance, risks and priorities.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of IT experience, with significant experience in enterprise applications, IT operations or technology management.
• 5+ years of IT leadership experience, ideally in a regional or multi-country environment.
• Strong experience with enterprise applications such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, CRM, ERP or similar business systems.
• Experience leading IT teams and/or Helpdesk/service delivery functions.
• Proven experience managing IT projects, vendors and external service providers.
• Good understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud, Microsoft 365, networking and modern workplace technologies.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in a global and multicultural environment.
• Experience in manufacturing, Sales & Operations or B2B environments is highly desirable.

Location

• Munich

Languages

• Fluent German & English, Mandarin is advantageous
• Please submit your CV in English

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