IT HEAD of Global Applications, Barcelona

Jordan martorell s.l.; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global pharmaceutical firm based in Barcelona is seeking an IT Head of Global Applications to lead enterprise application strategies and foster a high-performing team culture. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, vendor management, and promoting innovation. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Engineering or a related field, experience in large-scale projects, and familiarity with agile methodologies. Competitive salary with benefits and a 50% home office option.

Servicios

20% annual bonus

Company car

Multiple benefits

50% home office option

Formación

• Experience managing large-scale enterprise application projects.
• Knowledge of HR, legal, procurement, and manufacturing domains.
• Experience leading third-party development teams.

Responsabilidades

• Define and lead the global strategy for enterprise applications.
• Oversee project delivery from conception to closure.
• Lead development and implementation strategies for applications.

Conocimientos

Agile methodologies

Project management

Vendor management

Team leadership

Budget management

Innovation identification

Multicultural communication

CRM systems knowledge

ERP platforms familiarity (SAP)

Educación

University degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Project Management or MBA

Herramientas

JIRA

Trello

Microsoft Project

Descripción del empleo

IT HEAD of Global Applications

Perfil buscado (Hombre/Mujer)

Your mission includes driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the agility and effectiveness of application delivery, leveraging best practices in governance, agile methodologies, and vendor management. You will optimize the performance of both internal teams and external partners to deliver secure, innovative, and scalable solutions.

As a people leader, you will foster a high-performing, collaborative, and empowered team culture—promoting innovation, accountability, and professional growth. Your leadership will be instrumental in building a future-ready applications ecosystem that supports the company's growth, digital transformation, and long-term success.

Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Alignment: Define and lead the global strategy for delivering and evolving enterprise applications.
2. Project Delivery: Oversee the end-to-end execution of projects, from conception to closure, ensuring timely delivery within budget and high quality standards.
3. Application Evolution: Lead development and implementation strategies for evolving enterprise applications to meet changing business needs and leverage emerging technologies.
4. Supervise management, maintenance, and continuous improvement of applications, ensuring availability and optimal performance.
5. Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of application delivery processes, ensuring agile service delivery.
6. Interact with business areas to understand needs, propose improvements, and provide expert process knowledge.
7. Act as Delivery Manager, ensuring proper resource allocation, progress tracking, and resolution of critical incidents.
8. Team Development: Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across geographies, fostering professional growth and motivation.
9. Vendor Management: Evaluate and coordinate third-party vendors, establishing KPIs and SLAs for operational excellence.
10. Innovation and Compliance: Identify opportunities for technological innovation and digital transformation, ensuring security, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
11. Budget and Reporting: Manage budgets and prepare progress reports for senior management.

Important pharma company with global HQ in Barcelona, involved in international projects.

Education

A university degree in Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field is required. A master's degree in Project Management, Business Administration (MBA), or equivalent certification is highly valued.

Specific Knowledge

• Experience managing large-scale enterprise application projects.
• Knowledge of industrial applications, HR, legal, procurement, and manufacturing domains is highly valued.
• Experience leading third-party development teams and a background in programming.
• Deep knowledge of agile methodologies and project management.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and ERP platforms, specifically SAP.
• Proficiency with project management tools (JIRA, Trello, Microsoft Project).
• Experience in the pharmaceutical sector is highly valued.
• Strategy and management consulting experience is desirable.
• Good command of English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Experience working in global and multicultural environments is a plus.

Salary: fixed + 20% bonus.
Car and multiple benefits.
50% home office option.