Senior IT Manager

Job Title: Senior IT Manager, ManufacturingLocation: Poland, remoteEmployment: PermanentCome build your career.It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of nearly 60,000 professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, CUB CADET®, STANLEY® and BLACK+DECKER®The Job: As a Senior IT Manager, you’ll be part of our IT Global Manufacturing team working as a remote employee. You’ll get to:Collaboration with Business Partners:Engage with business leaders to understand operational challenges and identify technology-driven solutions.Facilitate communication between IT teams and business units to ensure alignment of goals and priorities.Act as a trusted advisor to business partners, providing insights on emerging technologies and their potential impact.Strategic Planning & Program management Develop and execute IT strategies tailored to the needs of manufacturing plants in the EMEA region.Plan and oversee system upgrades, process improvements, and technology roadmaps to support long-term business objectives.Identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency improvements within manufacturing IT systems.Develop a detailed roadmap for the SAP/system rollout/upgrades, including scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables to ensure alignment with business goals.LeadershipLead, mentor, and develop a team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Encourage collaboration and innovation within the team to address complex challenges.Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback to team members.Vendor Management:Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure high-quality IT services.Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance to meet organizational standards.Compliance and Security:Ensure IT systems comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.Implement measures to safeguard sensitive manufacturing data and systems.Develop strategies to identify tech debt & potential risks, implementing mitigation strategies.The Person: You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred15+ years of experience in IT management, with a focus on manufacturing - with at least 7-10 years in a leadership role.Experience in, leading major SAP/ERP programs & initiativesStrong understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, including MES & shopfloor technologies.Proven experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Experience with ITIL frameworks and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP).Knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity principles.The Details:You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan.And More:We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.