Director IT & Data Management (m/w/d)

Strategic and operational leader responsible for the entire IT landscape of the company group. Shape the IT vision, drive digital transformation initiatives, and ensure a stable, secure, and efficient technology environment that supports business objectives.

Responsibilities

Lead the entire IT organisation and define the long‑term IT strategy in alignment with senior management.
Plan and execute digitalisation and automation projects, including the replacement of the AS/400 platform with SAP S/4 HANA.
Oversee the operation and maintenance of servers, networks, cloud services, and end‑user devices.
Develop and implement IT governance, security, and compliance frameworks, including GDPR and TISAX requirements.
Conduct business‑process analysis, optimisation, and digitalisation across the organisation.
Manage all IT projects with responsibility for resources, timelines, and budgets.
Establish backup, monitoring, and disaster‑recovery concepts to ensure business continuity.
Lead the IT security and risk management function.
Recruit, develop, and motivate the IT team and manage external partners.
Plan, control, and optimise the IT budget.

Qualifications

Studium in Informatik, Wirtschaftsinformatik or equivalent degree.
Proven experience in a senior IT role, preferably within the industrial sector (metals/polymers).
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, architecture, cloud technologies, and IT security.
Experience with TISAX processes and implementation of information‑security management systems.
Hands‑on expertise with SAP modules (Production, Materials Management, Controlling, Purchasing) and legacy systems such as AS/4F.
Solid understanding of data protection and information‑security fundamentals.
Demonstrated project‑management expertise (classical and agile) and change‑management skills.
Leadership experience and ability to motivate and develop teams.
Analytical, structured, and solution‑oriented approach with strong decision‑making capability.
Excellent English skills and willingness to travel within Europe.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary performance bonuses.
Company car for private use.
Flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation.
Company‑run fitness programme and health check‑ups.
Individual training and development opportunities.
Employer‑sponsored pension scheme and contributions to asset‑building plans.
Employee discounts at over 800 partner shops.

About Georg Fritzmeier GmbH & Co. KG

The Georg Fritzmeier Gruppe is a family‑owned company with more than 2,200 employees across multiple European locations. Founded in 1926, the group is a leading system supplier for the largest light truck and construction‑machine manufacturers, operating within the metal and plastics processing sectors.

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