IT Manager

BorgWarner is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” person to join as an IT Manager covering our locations in Heidelberg / Arnstadt. BorgWarner is seeking a dynamic and results-driven IT Manager to lead IT operations and strategy across its Heidelberg and Arnstadt sites. This role acts as a bridge between business and IT, driving digital transformation, ensuring service excellence, and aligning technology initiatives with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic IT Planning: Translate site business goals into actionable IT initiatives following the global strategies.
• Project Leadership : Lead and support local IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment.
• Service Management: Oversee daily IT operations, system uptime, incident response, and SLA performance.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop local IT technicians to ensure consistent service and technical growth.
• Business Partnership: Gather and translate business requirements into IT solutions that add value.
• Budget Oversight: Manage site-level IT budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Security and Compliance: Implement IT security protocols and manage change processes to ensure continuity.

Core requirements

• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years in IT, including 5+ years in management; automotive industry experience preferred.
• Frameworks and Methodologies: Familiarity with ITIL, Agile/Scrum; certifications are a plus.
• Technical Skills: SAP ERP experience; knowledge of digital manufacturing (IoT, Industry 4.0, RPA).
• Analytical Abilities: Strong business analysis, ROI development, and systems design skills.
• Communication and Leadership: Excellent interpersonal skills; proven ability to lead teams and engage stakeholders.
• Service Orientation: Experience with service management frameworks and vendor coordination.

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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