Continental Group:
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.
ContiTech Group Sector:
ContiTech is one of the world's leading industry experts. Far beyond our roots as a rubber products manufacturer, we offer connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food industry and the furniture industry. As a group sector of Continental, ContiTech currently employs more than 40,000 people in 40 countries and regions and is active as a global industrial partner in Asia, Europe, North America and South America.
Job DescriptionYou are seeking a new challenge at the interface of IT and Quality? This is your opportunity!
Join our dynamic Information Technology team as an IT Consultant in the Quality IT area. In this pivotal role, you will drive digital transformation, ensure operational excellence, and deliver impactful IT solutions.
Your key responsibilities are:
- Lead and support IT implementation projects (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) within the Quality IT
- Plan, execute, and deliver high-quality project outcomes on time and within budget.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues through proactive management.
- Lead project teams fostering teamwork
- Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment.
- Ensure adherence to IT governance, standards, and compliance requirements.
- Be the IT partner of choice for our business customers by taking over technical consulting and ensuring best fit IT solutions
- Oversee the operation, performance, and compliance of Quality applications, ensuring optimal availability and cost-efficiency.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to manage application lifecycle and support.
- Build strong relationships with internal IT departments and key user groups to co-create strategic solutions.
- University degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or a related field
- Several years of experience in project management, with a focus on managing IT projects and collaborating with external service providers
- Many years in IT application operations and project delivery
- Solid understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles and tools
- Experience with Quality applications and/or Planisware Projectmanagement Tool is a strong advantage
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including business, IT, legal, and external service providers, to ensure project success
- Business fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Strong communication skills, enabling the management of stakeholder expectations, negotiation with vendors, and conflict resolution across diverse teams
- Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and capable of working in a multicultural, distributed team environment
- Customer service-oriented mindset
- Passion for digital innovation and emerging technologies
- Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.
What we offer:
- Hybrid work setup
- HMO upon hire
- Values-based culture
- Learning Opportunities
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
Skills Required
- University degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or related field
- Several years of experience in project management for IT projects and working with external service providers
- Many years in IT application operations and project delivery
- Solid understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles and tools
- Experience with Quality applications and/or Planisware Project Management Tool
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including business, IT, legal, and external providers
- Business fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Self-motivated, solution-oriented, able to work in a multicultural distributed team
- Customer service-oriented mindset
- Passion for digital innovation and emerging technologies
What We Do
ContiTech is a leading industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe, and convenient material-based solutions using rubber, plastics, metal, and fabric. It serves diverse industrial sectors, including off-highway mobility, mining, agriculture, construction, energy management, and the automotive industry, providing system-critical components like hoses, conveyor belts, and air springs for challenging industrial environments globally.
