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Director Digital & IT – Northern Hamburg Region
Introduction
We are seeking an experienced Director Digital & IT to lead the digital transformation and IT strategy for a leading operational company within an international group. Reporting directly to the local Managing Director, and functionally aligned with Group-level digital leadership, the role is key in shaping and delivering the future of technology, data, and digital services at the regional level.
The organization operates within a dynamic, multi-entity environment and is currently undergoing a transformation towards a modernized, harmonized IT and digital landscape. The current infrastructure includes a range of legacy systems, and this role will be instrumental in leading the simplification and modernization efforts in line with group-wide strategic direction.
Purpose of the Role
The Director Digital & IT will oversee secure, resilient, and cost-effective IT operations while driving digital enablement across business functions. This includes managing a local team of IT professionals and external partners, while championing group-driven digital programs such as enterprise applications, data platforms, and analytics solutions.
This role also focuses on transforming existing IT, Data & Analytics, and Digital capabilities into a business-oriented, future-ready technology function.
Key Objectives
Ensure robust day-to-day IT operations, security, and continuity management
Implement governance and information security in alignment with group standards
Establish best-practice IT and data management processes and application oversight
Build and professionalize a business-integrated IT organization
Strengthen capabilities in digital solutions and data management, including analytics
Drive data quality improvements for critical masterdata (e.g., product, supplier, customer)
Support rollout of group-wide platforms and tools
Simplify and harmonize the IT landscape in line with architectural standards
Modernize IT infrastructure in alignment with group strategy
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a regional Digital & IT strategy aligned with group vision
* Lead IT service management and ensure compliance with information security protocols
* Drive digitalization and data transformation initiatives across business units
* Improve masterdata processes and data governance
* Oversee a portfolio of digital, IT, and analytics projects, managing dependencies and priorities
* Evaluate project scope, timing, and value potential in collaboration with stakeholders
* Maintain and optimize local vendor relationships for IT service delivery
* Introduce and scale project portfolio management and service delivery models
* Proactively address organizational skill gaps and foster capability development
* Build and lead a high-performing IT & digital team focused on value creation
* Act as a change leader, promoting data-driven decision-making and innovation
* Represent local challenges and requirements in broader group forums
* Contribute to cross-country collaboration and knowledge exchange within the group
* Champion business cases for digital initiatives based on market and internal needs
* Monitor and mitigate IT-related business risks
Candidate Profile
* Strategic and business-focused with a track record in international operations
* Entrepreneurial and proactive, with a bias for action and results
* Strong analytical skills and a structured, evidence-based work approach
* Technically literate with the ability to probe for detail where necessary
* Collaborative and able to influence across business and IT functions
* Hands-on and pragmatic, capable of leading during periods of transformation
* Clear communicator with presence and the ability to engage stakeholders
* Resilient and self-reflective; fosters continuous learning and development
* Committed to integrity, transparency, and long-term value creation
Education and Experience
* Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or equivalent qualification
* 7–10+ years of experience in digital/IT leadership roles within international organizations
* Experience managing complex IT landscapes in matrix and multi-country environments
* Demonstrated capabilities in data governance, analytics, and cloud-based platforms
* Proven experience leading major digital and IT transformation initiatives
* Experience as a strategic advisor to senior business leadership
* Familiarity with modern IT architecture and cloud technologies (e.g., Azure)
* Fluent in German and English
Location
The team is currently based in the Northern Hamburg area and will require regular on-site presence and leadership visibility.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Wholesale
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