Local IT Manager

Continental; Región Centro; Presencial; MXN 933,000 - 1,307,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive solutions provider in Mexico is seeking an experienced IT manager to oversee the Local IT Organization in R&D. Responsibilities include managing collaboration, enforcing IT strategies, and fostering staff growth. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and expertise in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity practices. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovative mobility solutions.

Formación

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution or Production Control Systems.
• Leadership skills.
• IT Infrastructure expertise, including Servers, Storage, and Network.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Local IT Organization in R&D Guadalajara and Queretaro.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with IT strategy.
• Manage collaboration and people management at all levels.

Conocimientos

Leadership skills

Knowledge of OS systems

IT Infrastructure expertise

Cybersecurity best practices

Digital Transformation knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering

Herramientas

Manufacturing Execution Systems

SAP Interfaces

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

• Lead the Local IT Organization in R&D Guadalajara and R&D Queretaro.
• Establish & maintain open communication between BA, Local IT, Controlling, RIO, and all respective plants.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with Aumovio-IT-Strategy, company targets, standards, and guidelines in R&D Mexico locations, aligned with Central IT and Competency Center Management.
• Harmonize requirements and interests of R&D Locations in line with IT Strategy and Standards.
• Advise, consult, and promote standardization in R&D Mexico.
• Foster growth and performance of staff, supporting personal development in line with Central IT, and maintain team motivation, passion, and spirit.
• Coordinate R&D Mexico projects according to Continental project management standards.
• Conduct HR dialogues (TMOD), personnel development, coaching, and mentoring for subordinates and direct reports.
• Manage collaboration and people management at all levels.
• Maintain policies and procedures in accordance with Aumovio.
• Oversee activities, operations, resources, and projects focusing on cost, capacity, time, and quality.
• Manage Core IT Services: Business Consulting, Applications, User & Workplace, Cybersecurity, Network, Server & Storage Operations, Data Center operations.
• Prioritize projects with local management.
• Communicate IT Strategy and targets to local management, ensuring implementation and compliance.
• Understand local business requirements and implement standard or local solutions as needed.
• Responsible for Cyber Security at the location.
• Support IT audits (Corporate, ISO, OEM, TISAX, Location Reviews, etc.).
• Manage local IT Budget: planning, control, and forecasting.
• Control IT costs and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Drive local IT business using operational reports & KPIs.
• Apply methodical and specialized experience in areas such as Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.

Additional Information

We are committed to an inclusive, discrimination-free environment in Mexico. Requests for pregnancy or HIV tests during recruitment are strictly prohibited.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution or Production Control Systems.
• Leadership skills.
• Knowledge of OS systems.
• IT Infrastructure expertise (Servers, Storage, Network, PC Clients).
• Experience with Shop Floor Technologies (MES/SAP Interfaces).
• Cybersecurity best practices.
• Digital Transformation knowledge (Cloud, Big Data, Smart Manufacturing).

Company Description

Continental’s automotive sector will become independent as “AUMOVIO” in September 2025, with ~93,000 employees and €20 billion in sales. We focus on electronic products and mobility solutions, including sensor technology, displays, braking, and software for autonomous vehicles. Our mission: to make future mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous.