Director IT & Data Management (m/w/d)

Strategic and operational leader responsible for the entire IT landscape of the company group. Shape the IT vision, drive digital transformation initiatives, and ensure a stable, secure, and efficient technology environment that supports business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire IT organisation and define the long‑term IT strategy in alignment with senior management.
• Plan and execute digitalisation and automation projects, including the replacement of the AS/400 platform with SAP S/4 HANA.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of servers, networks, cloud services, and end‑user devices.
• Develop and implement IT governance, security, and compliance frameworks, including GDPR and TISAX requirements.
• Conduct business‑process analysis, optimisation, and digitalisation across the organisation.
• Manage all IT projects with responsibility for resources, timelines, and budgets.
• Establish backup, monitoring, and disaster‑recovery concepts to ensure business continuity.
• Lead the IT security and risk management function.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate the IT team and manage external partners.
• Plan, control, and optimise the IT budget.

Qualifications

• Studium in Informatik, Wirtschaftsinformatik or equivalent degree.
• Proven experience in a senior IT role, preferably within the industrial sector (metals/polymers).
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, architecture, cloud technologies, and IT security.
• Experience with TISAX processes and implementation of information‑security management systems.
• Hands‑on expertise with SAP modules (Production, Materials Management, Controlling, Purchasing) and legacy systems such as AS/4F.
• Solid understanding of data protection and information‑security fundamentals.
• Demonstrated project‑management expertise (classical and agile) and change‑management skills.
• Leadership experience and ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Analytical, structured, and solution‑oriented approach with strong decision‑making capability.
• Excellent English skills and willingness to travel within Europe.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with discretionary performance bonuses.
• Company car for private use.
• Flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation.
• Company‑run fitness programme and health check‑ups.
• Individual training and development opportunities.
• Employer‑sponsored pension scheme and contributions to asset‑building plans.
• Employee discounts at over 800 partner shops.

About Georg Fritzmeier GmbH & Co. KG

The Georg Fritzmeier Gruppe is a family‑owned company with more than 2,200 employees across multiple European locations. Founded in 1926, the group is a leading system supplier for the largest light truck and construction‑machine manufacturers, operating within the metal and plastics processing sectors.