General Manager IT Governance, Finance and Portfolio Management (f/m/d)

You will be responsible for the development and implementation of IT strategies for IT budgeting/finance, IT contract, and portfolio management. Key focuses include analyzing and optimizing IT cost structures and investment plans, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and legal regulations, and managing and monitoring the IT portfolio to ensure efficient budget and resource utilization. Additional responsibilities include:

• Leading a global team of specialists in IT budgeting/finance, IT contract, and portfolio management
• Responsibility for IT budgeting, cost control, and reporting
• Supporting financial planning in close collaboration with the finance department
• Managing and monitoring IT contracts, including negotiating with external providers and partners, as well as license management in close collaboration with the legal department
• Developing efficient sourcing strategies for all global IT topics
• Prioritizing projects and initiatives in operational operations
• Monitoring project outcomes in terms of time, cost, and quality
• Building and maintaining interfaces between the IT department, purchasing department, finance department, and other business areas

You have a degree in computer science, business informatics, business administration, or a comparable qualification. Additionally, we value:

• Several years of experience in IT financial management, contract management, or IT portfolio management
• In-depth knowledge of budget planning, cost control, and license management
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking
• Confident demeanor in negotiations with global providers
• Fluent German and English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Enjoyment of occasional business trips to our locations domestically and abroad

As an innovative and international employer, we offer you a performance-oriented salary package and the opportunity to achieve the ideal family/work life balance, e.g. with our in-house children's daycare center, flexible working hour models, and homeworking options. Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for SMS.