Head of Solution Center IT Integration and Data Management (m/f/d)

Many innovations have come from IT. And it is precisely this value creation within the bigger picture that makes our global IT so special: bright minds working on artificial intelligence and inspiring moments on the Internet of Things. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, collaboration and agility, Festo offers its employees numbering more than 20,000 globally the opportunity to grab digitisation firmly with both hands. We’re heading to the next level of digital transformation. Are you coming with us? Welcome to Festo.

Head of Solution Center IT Integration and Data Management (m/f/d)

• As Head of the Solution Center, you will be responsible for two product teams and the associated disciplinary management of 8 employees.
• You are committed to the sustainable development of your employees and strengthen the agile work culture (SAFe) in our organization.
• You will be responsible for planning and managing the budget.
• Together with the product owners, you will work out and develop the strategic direction of the global IT products.
• You will be responsible for the IT operation of our global data and integration platforms (cloud and on-premise).
• You act as an active link to IT purchasing and IT license management.
• You represent the department and are in regular contact with internal and external stakeholders.
• You will also shape the standardization and further development of methods, processes and tools in your area of responsibility.
• Ensuring compliance and IT security requirements and adherence to SLAs round off your range of tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Successfully completed studies in the field of (business) informatics or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of professional experience.
• Disciplinary management experience of at least 3 years.
• Experience in IT operations and the management of a service portfolio.
• Intercultural competence and experience in setting up and managing virtual teams.
• Strong service orientation, communication and moderation skills.
• Good comprehension, analytical and conceptual thinking as well as a structured and results-oriented way of working.
• High level of initiative, sense of responsibility and assertiveness.
• Ability to work in a team and deal with conflict.
• Business fluent in written and spoken English.

Part of the selection process is an assessment centre.

You can expect the following with us:

• The good feeling working for a family-owned company with a safe and solid financial basis.
• Freedom to explore, innovate and realise your own ideas.
• Competitive compensation with attractive perks and other benefits.
• Respect and appreciation for each other - regardless of gender, nationality, disability, age and identity.
• Lifelong learning with great conditions for individual further development.
• Flexible working models depending on the respective workplace for a good balance of work and private life.
• Highly modern working environment, infrastructure and communication technologies.
• Great family and health services for your well-being.