Senior Regional IT Locations Coordinator - Tires

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Timișoara, Timiș, ROU
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Coordinates IT support, consultancy, infrastructure projects, and standardized platform implementations across 11 plants, 12 market offices, and warehouses in the EMEA region. The role partners with local, regional, and central IT teams, promotes emerging technologies, manages vendors and risks, ensures compliance and service quality, presents IT initiatives to stakeholders, and supports regional infrastructure coordination. Travel throughout EMEA is required as needed.
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Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior IT Location Coordinator (m/f/diverse) to join our EMEA Tires IT Team in Timisoara, Romania. In this role, you will be providing support and consultancy on IT topics for IT Teams in all locations (11 Plants, 12 Market Offices and Warehouses) across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). You will manage and coordinate the following tasks:

  • Collaborate with local IT managers, Regional and central IT Teams, and business stakeholders to drive operational excellence and ensure alignment with organizational goals;
  • Identify and promote emerging technologies to address critical business needs and enhance operational efficiency;
  • Develop and implement cost-effective measures to mitigate risks in IT services and projects, ensure high quality and compliance;
  • Lead the implementation of Tire IT and Continental standard platforms across EMEA locations;
  • Prepare and deliver high-level presentations on IT topics and projects to key stakeholders;
  • Support the Infrastructure Coordinator in Infrastructure projects for the Region EMEA.

Qualifications

  • Academic degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field with minimum 7 years of experience in IT coordination or management roles, preferably in local IT of multinational organizations;
  • Proven track record of successfully managing IT projects across multiple locations, with strong project management skills (PMP certification preferred);
  • Extensive knowledge of IT infrastructure management and ITSM frameworks (e.g., ITIL);
  • Demonstrated experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and implementing cost-effective measures;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail;
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication and leadership abilities;
  • Fluency in English'
  • Understanding of IT regulations, compliance requirements, and emerging technologies in the EMEA region;
  • Willingness to travel within the EMEA region as required.

Additional Information

  • 13th salary;
  • Performance bonus;
  • Christmas & Easter bonus;
  • Seniority bonus;
  • Flexible working time;
  • Home office;
  • Competitive salaries & benefits;
  • Health & wellness (Life Assurance, Private Health and Dental Insurance, Sport activities, Canteen, 24/7 Helpline with Psychologists etc.);
  • Different discounts (tires, glasses, medical, shopping, etc.);
  • Relocation bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;
  • Professional development opportunities (in Technical and Leadership Areas);
  • International Work Environment & Traveling Opportunities.

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Skills Required

  • Academic degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in IT coordination or management roles
  • Experience in local IT within multinational organizations
  • Experience managing IT projects across multiple locations
  • Strong project management skills
  • PMP certification
  • Extensive knowledge of IT infrastructure management
  • Knowledge of ITSM frameworks such as ITIL
  • Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation
  • Experience implementing cost-effective measures
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent cross-cultural communication and leadership abilities
  • Fluency in English
  • Understanding of IT regulations and compliance requirements in the EMEA region
  • Understanding of emerging technologies
  • Willingness to travel within the EMEA region as required
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The Company
HQ: Hannover
66,749 Employees
Year Founded: 1871

What We Do

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 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.

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