IS Application Manager for Finance

ABB Inc; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking an experienced IS Applications Manager to lead finance applications (Trintech, VIM, etc.) and integrations across global operations. You will harmonize business processes, manage multinational teams, and deliver maximum business value aligned with ABB's Robotics IS strategy.

You will own the roadmaps, govern applications, and ensure SLAs/OLAs meet internal and external needs while balancing budgets and vendor relationships in a multi-country environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 5+ years of IT experience in application development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Minimum 3 years of global management/leadership experience; ITIL knowledge is a plus.
• Proven track record in managing IS finance applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage finance applications and integrations in accordance with global IS strategy.
• Own and develop the financial applications roadmap.
• Govern applications to provide transparency and drive decisions with senior stakeholders.
• Ensure application services meet customer needs through SLAs and OLAs.
• Oversee lifecycle management, budget ownership, vendor relationships, and compliance with ABB standards.

Skills

Leadership

Global teamwork

Negotiation

Education

Master’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

ITIL

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

IS Domain Lead for Operations, R&D and Finance

We are looking for an experienced IS Applications Manager to lead and develop our applications (Trintech, VIM, etc) in Financial domain, and integrations. In this role, you will drive harmonization of business operations, manage global teams, and ensure our applications deliver maximum business value in line with Robotics IS strategy.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead and manage finance applications in Finance domain, and integrations in accordance with global IS strategy and Group regulations.
• Own and develop the financial applications and integrations roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and increased usage.
• Govern applications in scope to provide transparency, prioritize effectively, and drive decisions with senior stakeholders.
• Ensure application services meet customer needs, maintaining quality through SLAs and OLAs with IS IT teams and suppliers.

Beyond these core responsibilities, you will oversee application lifecycle management, budget ownership, vendor relationships, and compliance with ABB standards and regulations. You will contribute to global IS strategy, define and enhance methodologies for application management, and ensure data consistency and quality in collaboration with business stakeholders. Operating in a business under transformation, you will manage complex, multi-country projects, balance diverse stakeholder expectations, and lead geographically dispersed teams in an outsourced environment.

Qualifications for the role:

• Master’s degree with 5+ years of IT experience in application development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Minimum 3 years of global management/leadership experience; ITIL knowledge is a plus.
• Proven track record in managing IS finance applications.
• Proven track record as an application leader in complex, global organizations.
• Experience successfully leading geographically dispersed and diverse teams.
• Strong negotiation, facilitation, and consensus-building skills.

What's in it for you?

At ABB Robotics, you’ll be part of a global leader in automation and innovation. We offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas and leadership make a real impact. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, visionary teams, and have the opportunity to shape the future of Robotics on a global scale.
We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward.

This opportunity is open to candidates in one or more countries covered by the European Pay Transparency Directive. The final work location will depend on the selected candidate. As pay may vary by location, compensation details will be shared with candidates who progress to the first interview stage.

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