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Head of Application Management (all genders)

  • Alfred E. Tiefenbacher
  • Hamburg (AET)
  • Presence / Mobile
  • Fulltime
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We, an established medium-sized pharmaceutical company with an international focus, are looking for an experienced Head of Application Management (all genders). This key position is responsible for the application management team and the further development of the company's central applications.

A challenging task

  • Leading a team of 5 in the area of application management, developing team members, defining tasks and setting targets to increase performance and motivation.
  • Responsibility for smooth operation and further development of core applications such as SAP, CRM and HRM.
  • Optimizing existing processes, implementing methodical standards and ensuring a close exchange with the specialist departments for efficient collaboration.
  • Coordinating and managing external service providers and taking on the responsibility for 2nd level support for the supported applications.
  • - Helping to shape the company's IT strategy and successfully implementing it together with the team.
  • Ensuring high availability and performance of applications, including proactive monitoring and maintenance. 
  • Identifying and assessing risks associated with the applications and IT infrastructure; developing and implementing risk mitigation measures.
  • Ensuring that all applications comply with the relevant legal requirements and security standards.

A convincing background

  • More than 5 years' experience in application management, initial leadership experience would be advantageous.
  • Extensive experience in IT operations, especially with SAP and Microsoft solutions such as CRM, O365 and Power Platform.
  • Completed vocational training in IT or comparable qualification (a university degree in the area of IT would be desirable).
  • Very good English and good German language skills for effective communication in an international and local context.
  • Willingness to travel to the Cyprus and Hyderabad locations on a project-related basis.
  • Ability to keep a calm head and sense of humor even in hectic times. 
  • Enjoy working in an international context and regular interdisciplinary exchange 
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate and solve complex problems.
  • Strategic thinking to develop and implement long-term plans and adapt to changing environments
Leadership at Tiefenbacher
We are open to candidates hoping to gain initial leadership experience. We highly value people skills and empathy. It is particularly important to us that you support employees in their personal and professional development. An open communication style and a balance between promoting team performance and individual development are key aspects of this role. We are looking for a leader who likes to embrace and support new approaches and initiatives and is willing to take thoughtful risks. A strong interest in your own development is also desirable. You will receive support in developing your leadership skills from the Director IT as well as the entire leadership team and management of the company. This support will give you the opportunity to continuously grow and develop within a dynamic leadership team.

An exciting environment

You will be working in an internationally successful company in the buzzing heart of Hamburg, directly at the Elbe river. We offer you flexible working hours and the opportunity to work on a mobile basis. In addition, you can look forward to a variety of design and training opportunities, language courses, regular team events and a lot of fun besides work. You can expect a varied job in a motivated and friendly team, an uncomplicated interaction with each other and many opportunities to contribute your own ideas. And we have our own canteen with really delicious food. Come and convince yourself!
 

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