ERP IT Manager - EMEA Region

• 10 years’ experience as an Information Systems Manager, IT Project Manager, Application Developer, Systems Analyst, or in a related occupation.

• 7 years of SAP ERP implementation experience of which 3 years should be in a manufacturing environment.

• 3 full life cycle implementation experience from requirements to production support

• 3 years’ experience as a hands-on ERP Project Manager.

• Experience in SAP’s project methodology.

• Must be adept at communicating with non-technical shop floor business personnel.

• 4-year degree in Information Systems, Business, Engineering or related discipline.

• Excellent organization and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work in and manage matrix teams Must be able to proactively resolve issues and technical problems.

• Must be Organized and have excellent communications skills.

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.

• Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills. 

• Has the ability to work in a cross-functional matrix environment.

• Fluent in the English language both verbally and in writing.

• Expert in Change Request Management, ideally SAP Solution Manager (CHARM Process).

• Proven knowledge and project experience in Release change / Upgrades / Enhancement Packages / SAP Notes.

• Candidates will be required to travel as per business needs; travel is generally expected to be around 50% but can be more if the business situation demands.

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Experience working as a business userExperience working in or supporting multiple ERPs

• Experience working in a multi-national and multi-cultural environment

• Previous management experience with proven record of leading or directing a team of IT resources. Experience in managing offshore teams is a preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to create strong working relationships with others

• Experience managing diverse team(s)

• Strong change management experience

• Ability to lead and work on several concurrent projects

Location: Etten-Leur, Netherlands

We offer variety of benefits alongside competitive salary.