Team Lead Business Applications (Rotterdam)

Radio Holland Group; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Radio Holland Group in Rotterdam seeks a Team Lead Business Applications to steer global management and continuous improvement of business applications and platforms. You will lead a three-person team within the Digital & Technology department and report to the Head of Digital & Technology.

You will manage full application lifecycle, ensure continuity and compliance, and drive upgrades, innovations, and vendor management to support global operations.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a lead or management role within business applications or application management.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and ERP systems.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.
• Experience with third-party vendor management and product ownership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead global application management and build a high-performing Business Applications team.
• Manage the full lifecycle of business applications and platforms with focus on continuity and compliance.
• Drive innovation, upgrades, and custom extensions to improve processes.
• Report progress and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and ensure robust development/testing procedures.
• Act as a Product Owner for the business applications portfolio and align work with business needs.
• Prioritize the team backlog to focus on critical business objectives.
• Translate business requests into clear technical requirements and balance support with innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-cultural communication

Dutch language

English language

Education

BSc or MSc in IT/CS

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

ERP systems

Zendesk

Job description

Team Lead Business Applications (Rotterdam)

As Team Lead Business Applications, you will lead the global management and continuous improvement of Radio Holland’s business applications and platforms. You will ensure business continuity, compliance and reliable application services while driving innovation, upgrades and process improvements across the organisation.

You will contribute to the Digital & Technology department by managing the full application lifecycle, coordinating global projects and leading a team of three Business Application Engineers. The role sits within Digital & Technology, alongside the Infrastructure & SecOps, Digital Workplace and Digital Engineering teams, and reports to the Head of Digital & Technology.

Who we are

Radio Holland is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of maritime technology, offering solutions that enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of global shipping. As the first choice for NavCom solutions, we are committed to delivering reliable, cutting‑edge navigation and communication technologies that empower vessels worldwide. With a focus on innovation and quality, Radio Holland continues to lead the industry in developing next‑generation navigation systems and integrated bridge solutions, supporting maritime professionals in their mission to achieve safe and seamless operations at sea.

Workplace type: On‑site

Job Type: Full Time

Location Rotterdam, The Netherlands

What You Will Do

You will:

• Lead global application management and build a high‑performing Business Applications team.
• Manage the full lifecycle of business applications and platforms, ensuring continuity, compliance and service quality.
• Initiate and lead innovation projects, software improvements, upgrades and custom application extensions.
• Report on operational issues and project progress to senior management, end users and key stakeholders.
• Manage third‑party vendor relationships and ensure robust procedures for development, testing and software implementation.
• Act as a Product Owner for the business applications portfolio, filling the gap between business requirements and technical execution.
• Prioritize the team’s backlog and daily activities, ensuring the team’s focus is strictly aligned with critical business objectives.
• Align with stakeholders to translate ongoing business requests into clear requirements, effectively balancing urgent operational support with long‑term innovation projects.

What does success look like?

Deliver Results

A person is successful in this role when they:

• Deliver stable, compliant and well‑managed business applications that support business continuity across Radio Holland globally.
• Build an effective, collaborative and high‑performing Business Applications team with clear ownership and priorities.
• Improve global processes and application performance through controlled implementations, upgrades and continuous improvement.

Values and Behaviours

Success in this role is not only about what you deliver, but also how you deliver it. We expect everyone to work in line with our values:

• Trust to act
  You take ownership, make informed decisions and follow through on commitments.
• Passionate to perform
  You bring energy, aim for high standards and look for ways to improve how work gets done.
• Make it fun
  You contribute to a positive working environment, build constructive relationships and collaborate with others in a way that creates energy.
• Act responsibly
  You make fair, ethical and sustainable choices, consider the impact of your actions and contribute to an inclusive and respectful workplace.

What You Bring

Required

• Relevant experience in a comparable lead or management role within business applications or application management.
• In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across cultures.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Preferred

• A BSc or MSc degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• Knowledge of 4PS Construct, system design, database management and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Zendesk and managing third‑party application vendors.

How we hire

Our hiring process is designed to be structured, fair and inclusive. The process typically includes:

• Application review
• Introductory conversation
• Role‑specific interview or assessment
• Final interview
• Offer

We do not ask candidates about current or previous salary. Selection decisions are based on role‑related skills, experience, expected contribution and behaviours aligned with our values.

Salary

(For EU Only) Between 5.170,52 EUR – 7.386,19 EUR, gross per month, and is depending on relevant skills, experience, role level and internal pay framework.