LEONI is a global provider of products, solutions, and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. With around 87,000 employees in 21 countries and EUR 5 billion in sales in 2024, we are a leading supplier of complex wiring systems and customer‑specific cable harnesses.We believe that meaningful connections drive innovation and success. At LEONI, you will join a diverse, international, and collaborative team shaping the future of mobility, from autonomous driving to alternative drives and smart charging solutions.Since mid‑2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, one of the world's leading solution providers for consumer electronics, communications and data centers, automotive, and medical industries, based in China. Join us and help shape the future of connectivity together.Job DescriptionLeadership and management of globally distributed teams and stakeholders across multiple executive business areasEnsuring the availability and quality of services as well as adherence to budgets within the framework of agreed goals and KPIs on a global levelDefining strategic planning in alignment with user requirements and ensuring the medium-term implementation of the functional strategyIdentifying technology and industry trends and customer needs, as well as promoting the development of corresponding competencies and skills within the assigned teams, in line with the IT innovation landscape, e.g., in the area of process automationProactively building and expanding expertise and analytical capabilities regarding IT solutions and the associated business processes for the respective business requirements within the LEONI GroupTaking the lead in continuous improvement for more efficient and effective customer value within the global process landscapePlanning and ensuring all activities related to system and application development, including customization and testing, as well as guaranteeing smooth application operations using contemporary technologies in accordance with requirements and specificationsEnsuring efficient services within the scope of 2nd and 3rd level support for existing applications, as well as all testing and training activitiesQualificationsCompleted degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or Industrial Engineering with a focus on Business Process Management, or a comparable qualificationExperienced leader with strong management skills in globally distributed network teams, and familiarity with matrix organizationsSeveral years of relevant professional experience in IT consulting and/or IT system development within a corporate group or a specialized management consultancyDeep expertise and broad business understanding, along with extensive experience in optimizing functional business processes, ideally gained in the automotive supply sectorAdvanced knowledge in the application of IT technologies and solutions, combined with a strong professional curiosity about the latest technological developmentsProfound analytical skills, strong drive for innovation, customer orientation, and a high level of communication skillsWillingness to travel nationally and internationallyExcellent German and English skills; knowledge of additional languages spoken within the LEONI Group is an advantageAdditional Information*People of all genders are always meant equally; for linguistic simplification and better readability, only the masculine form is used in the text.LEONI processes your application data in an IT-system that is consistent across the company and uses Foreign Service providers. By sending your application, you agree to this procedure. LEONI ensures the compliance with data protection.*LEONI Bordnetz-Systeme GmbH