Senior IT Application Manager - Patient Care (d/f/m)
Duderstadt, DE, 37115 Berlin, DE, 10405
Summary Statement
Ottobock Patient Care IT is part of Global IT and sees itself as a central partner of our Ottobock Clinical Services Network. There, we offer customized orthopedic treatment and rehabilitation solutions for users around the world in over 400 care centers.
As a Senior IT Manager for Applications, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of the organization's software applications for Patient Care. This role requires a strategic manager with a strong technical background and excellent management skills. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in business and Global IT to ensure the effective utilization of technology to meet business objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage a team of ten IT professionals and foster a collaborative and innovative team culture, promoting continuous learning and development
- Develop and implement a comprehensive IT applications strategy for Patient Care aligned with the organization's goals and objectives
- Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business needs and translate them into IT application initiatives
- Oversee the full software development life cycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and ongoing support considering corporate IT security rules and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
- Standardize the application landscape with the rollout of an integrated ERP solution
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in application development and evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships to maximize value and minimize risks and ensure seamless integration of external applications and services
Qualifications
- A Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field
- Proven experience (min. 5+ years) in a senior IT manager role with a focus on applications and operation
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills in both german and englisch and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Attractive remuneration incl. bonus and 30 days vacation
- Flexible & family-friendly working time models (incl. option for mobile working and home office)
- Individual personnel development and further training through Ottobock Academy as well as external training and further education opportunities
- An open corporate culture with regular team events and an exciting international working environment
- Corporate benefits, health management offers as well as many more benefits that await you at Ottobock