Deputy IT Manager (m/f/d)

Wickert Maschinenbau GmbH Landau in der Pfalz

Stellenbeschreibung:

Deputy IT Manager (m/f/d)

With around 190 employees, Wickert Maschinenbau GmbH is one of the world's leading suppliers of presses and press systems as well as services for the production of molded parts and related applications. Wickert presses are innovative with high quality and are used in various industries such as the pharmaceutical, automotive, aerospace and agricultural industries. We are a successful, family‑run mechanical engineering company and have been an employer in the Southern Palatinate region since 1901.

Your Area Of Responsibility

Participation in the strategic planning and implementation of the IT strategy
Planning, managing and implementing IT projects, including resource and time planning
Development and implementation of IT security concepts
Support in the selection and implementation of specialist systems
Monitoring and optimization of the existing IT infrastructure
Creating and maintaining documentation on IT systems and projects
Cost control and optimization of IT expenditure
Organization and implementation of training courses for employees on the use of IT systems and applications and on IT security topics
Close cooperation with other departments
Interface between IT and external partners
Contact person for all IT‑related issues within the company

Our Requirements

Professional qualification:
Completed studies in computer science, completed training as an IT specialist – System integration with appropriate further training or comparable qualification
Several years of experience in the IT sector, ideally in the support of entire IT landscapes
In‑depth knowledge of network and server administration as well as open source technologies
Sound knowledge of IT security standards and data protection regulations
Experience in the planning and implementation of IT projects
Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. proALPHA) is an advantage
Personal qualification:
Strong problem‑solving skills and analytical thinking
High self‑motivation and willingness to take on responsibility
Excellent communication skills
Adaptability in a dynamic environment with changing requirements
Entrepreneurial thinking, coordination and organizational skills as well as the ability to work under pressure and in a team
Additional qualification:
Fluent written and spoken German
Very good written and spoken English skills
Experience in the mechanical engineering or manufacturing industry an advantage
Additional IT certificates desirable

We Offer

Flat hierarchy and fast decision‑making processes
Familiar corporate culture and communication at eye level
Careful familiarization with your area of responsibility
Varied fields of activity and cross‑departmental work
Vacation and Christmas bonus
Profit sharing
30 vacation days per year + special leave
Further training opportunities
Company events
Capital‑forming benefits
Company pension scheme + monthly allowance
Business bike
Work clothes
Flexitime
Employee discount system - corporate benefits

The key to a company's success is its employees! We are looking for someone who loves change and can implement new ideas. Become part of our team with flat hierarchies and an open and collegial working culture. We offer you a long‑term employment relationship with a lot of personal responsibility and very good development opportunities in a dynamic and friendly working environment.

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application!