YOUR CHANCE – MORE RESPONSIBILITY, FASTER GROWTH, A REAL HAND IN SHAPING THINGS!

You don't just want to fill a role at a large corporation; you want to actively improve processes and drive a team forward? With us, you can truly make a difference!

We are a growing biotechnology company with a clear mission: enhancing safety in the food industry through our innovative real-time PCR kits and the development of ATP and immunological detection systems. Our comprehensive system expertise enables us not only to utilize these technologies but also to continuously advance them in-house. Our products have a direct impact on society — and you can play an active role in making their production even more efficient and future-proof! While others are stuck in endless meetings, we put new technologies directly into practice — with your input! We champion a modern leadership culture shaped by our core corporate values. Personal responsibility, team spirit, and a positive attitude toward change are the keys to our success.

Hygiena is currently based in Potsdam and Großbeeren but is scheduled to relocate to Ludwigsfelde in 2027.

Profile:

The role will lead the EMEA Information Technology (IT) organization in driving regional IT strategy, digital transformation, and building out a reliable and robust IT infrastructure. It will be responsible for all areas of the IT organization including IT service desk, service delivery management, service operations, network, ERP/CRM, and other critical IT related functions – as well as providing hands-on IT support and engineering. This leadership role will have a strong focus on team management as well as building reliable, scalable, and secure systems to support rapid business growth.

Key Accountabilities and Objectives:

Responsible for building out the robust regional IT infrastructure and promoting a high-performing service delivery culture providing excellent IT support and service solutions based on the clear understanding of the company's global IT strategy
Act as the primary escalation point for IT infrastructure topics and a trusted IT partner to site leadership
Identify and manage IT risks, escalating issues where necessary
Implement long-term regional IT management strategy to ensure alignment with the regional IT development and sustainment goals; responsible for day-to-day IT management across system, network, desktop service, ERP/CRM, information security, office construction, etc.
Ensure compliance with global IT standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements
Develop scalable roadmaps for the company's major IT projects and lead their execution to provide reliable systems, effective services, and solutions that will meet with the business needs
Defining a strong technical culture around our IT systems that emphasizes engineering excellence, rapid iteration, strong security, and frictionless user experiences
Responsible for managing and scaling the EMEA IT team, and continuously promoting excellent teamwork and improving service quality and delivery efficiency
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and ensure the IT team will be able to deliver required support and solutions across the company
Oversee IT asset management including procuring, provisioning, maintaining, and decommissioning laptops and other IT equipment
Driving continuous improvement of IT processes and defining and managing appropriate regional IT-related policies
Negotiate critical agreements/contracts with other functional stakeholders and third parties
Participating in global IT projects

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field, additional MBA preferred
10+ years of experience in team management and IT infrastructure or IT service-related fields
Work experience gained in manufacturing and/or biotechnology industry preferred
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated experience developing and communicating an IT vision that inspires and motivates staff and aligns with the business strategy
Well-versed in all aspects of system development, deployment and support, and a proven leader managing in a mission-critical systems environment
Proven track record of collaborating with business leadership and demonstrating the value of technology across a large-scale, global, and highly complex business environment
High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously with a result-oriented and performance-driven focus
Outstanding communication skills with all levels of the organization and with external contacts
Strong analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning and execution skills, including the ability to explain technologies to business leaders and business concepts to the IT team
Significant qualifications in driving and managing organizational change and building capabilities that effectively balance operational efficiency with development of new, innovative technology solutions
Expertise and experience in budget planning and financial management
Demonstrated ability to develop people and organizations to meet new business needs
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
Establishes credibility and builds confidence and trust quickly
Overall strong business acumen and team player mindset
Ability to bridge conflicting interests of concerned parties
Tenacity to overcome issues, and resolve problems, and drive projects on time
IT literate – Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint as well as various ERP/CRM systems
Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
Able to travel for work domestically and internationally

Scope for creativity & influence – Your ideas feed directly into decisions rather than getting bogged down in lengthy approval processes.
Dynamic corporate culture vs. rigid corporate structures – Benefit from flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and direct interaction with decision-makers.
Innovation & future-proofing – We focus on new technologies, exciting automation projects, and continuous development. Our products are essential for food safety, and the market is steadily growing.
Flexible working hours & work-life balance – No rigid corporate policies here; instead, you'll find a work environment that adapts to your needs. Flexible hours and flextime options ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Attractive compensation & benefits – Expect performance-based pay and benefits such as a company pension scheme. We take a long-term view and support you in planning for your future.
Location advantage – Unlike in Berlin, you avoid long commutes and enjoy a better quality of life.

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Hygiena Diagnostics GmbH