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IT Manager

Sector IT/Telecom/Engineering
Type Full-time, Temp/Contract/Project
Location Netherlands - Others
Salary (Annual) €70,000 - 100,000 / Year
Based in Amstelveen, a specialist in the development and sale of Asian food is expanding their business. They are currently seeking an IT Manager who can thrive in an international working environment. Business trips within Europe, and occasionally to Tokyo, are required.

Our client is seeking someone who has hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP), IT infrastructure knowledge and management skill (IT Strategy).
Ref: HN45515

TYPE: Full-time role, initially 1 year contract (there is potential to become permanent)
WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:30, Monday to Friday
SALARY: €70 - 100k per annum, depending on experience (including 1 month bonus and holiday allowance)
START: ASAP (TBD)
LOCATION: Amstelveen, the Netherlands (After training, 1 day working from home is acceptable)
Benefit: transportation fee, pension, 25 days annual leave

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct report to EMEA CEO or CFO or Japan IT Team
- Covers a wide range of IT Manager duties for EMEA region (the Netherlands, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy)
- Possibly manage remotely max 10-20 people in the Netherlands & other EMEA sites
- IT Infrastructure Management with external vendors and IT department in Japan (Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the company's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and systems, to ensure reliability, scalability, and security)
- IT Security (Develop and implement IT security policies, procedures, and controls to protect the company's data, systems, and networks from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations)
- Business Continuity Planning (Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans)
- Business Application Management with external vendors & IT department in EMEA & Japan for upgrades, implementation and modification
- Vendor Management (Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and consultants, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and solutions)
- EMEA digitisation reporting set up in order to meet legal sustainability requirements
- IT Strategy Development
- IT Governance
- IT Project Management (Lead and coordinate IT projects and initiatives)
- Supporting centralize of Admin function in Amstelveen
- Liaising with Japan HQ

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- 5+ years of experience in IT management roles especially handles the operational management of different ERP systems
- Strong technical expertise in IT infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity, and Business Application that includes ERP system
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) is a plus
- Experience leading projects across countries is advantageous
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
- Some understanding of Japanese culture and Japanese language would be advantageous
- Some Dutch or other European language would be also advantageous

** All applicants must have the right to work in The Netherlands as the Company is not able to offer visa support.If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days.
Updated: 18 days ago
Ref: HN45515