Senior IT Manager (CONFIDENTIAL)
AMJC04213
Functie
Role Overview
As Senior IT Manager, you will align the IT strategy with the company’s strategic and operational objectives. You will lead an internal team of approximately 10 IT professionals and manage around 15 external consultants. The IT environment includes multiple ERP systems (including a future migration to Dynamics 365), legacy applications, cloud solutions, and a wide range of international stakeholders. You will report directly to the CFO.
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Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain a clear, forward-looking IT strategy and roadmap
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Strengthen operational stability, cybersecurity, and infrastructure resilience
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Restructure and mature the internal IT team; reduce over-reliance on consultants
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Drive innovation and digital transformation initiatives
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Manage the IT landscape with a focus on simplification, supportability, and cost-effectiveness
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Own IT budget and vendor relations
Profile Requirements
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15+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 in a leadership role
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Solid expertise in Microsoft environments (incl. Dynamics 365, M365, cloud, security)
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Strong business acumen and ability to translate business needs into IT solutions
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Fluent in Dutch and English, solid command of French; German is a plus
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Hands-on, pragmatic, strategic, and people-oriented leadership style
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and project management skills
Aanbod
Offer highlights
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Permanent contract with competitive package
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Hybrid working model (2 days remote per week)
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Primary workplace in Ghent region
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Part of the extended leadership team (quarterly meetings)
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Training and development opportunities
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Culture of open communication, collaboration, and empowerment
Why this Role?
This new position was created in response to increasing international growth and complexity. The company seeks to strengthen internal IT capabilities, structure the team, and accelerate digital maturity across the business.
interested?
jcu@amon.be (CV + motivation)