Reporting to the CIO, I beared the overarching accountability as a strategic intermediary between the IT division and the designated business unit. This position entailed the implementation of business technology strategies, encompassing the exploration of solutions, service management, risk mitigation and relationship cultivation. Acting as an IT advisor to the business unit, I orchestrated the harmonious coordination between the business and other IT domains. In a proactive fashion, I disseminated insights pertaining to technology risks and opportunities, thereby fostering a competitive edge and enhancing operational efficiency and efficacy.Main responsibilities:- Developed and executed roadmaps for seamless organizational and customer introductions.- Collaborated with IT and Business Unit Directors to shape annual IT budgets and justify new investments.- Acted as a key liaison among business units, IT teams, and external vendors for cohesive operations.- Orchestrated consensus on solution timings and withdrawals across IT functions, ensuring smooth transitions.- Partnered with key stakeholders to implement strategic IT plans, fostering organizational growth.- Ensured adherence to company standards by collaborating with IT Solutions and ISM teams.- Streamlined project intake and prioritization with Project Delivery and IT teams for enhanced efficiency.

- Full-cycle project management.- Provide oversight and responsibility for the delivery of all IT projects and services.- Manage the relationships between Group Functions / Divisions / Business Units and IT.- Advise and guide the business on IT matters including implementing IT policy and best practices.- Ensure that the business needs are supported by excellent IT.- Support business operations through process optimisation and the application of new/improved Technological solutions.- IT Business Development: RFP & RFQ, new tenders, renewals, IT Concept of Systems (CoS) and costs models.- IT Governance in projects.

- Provide complete implementation services for application management, custom development and business processes for clients. - Support e2e solutions and post implementation go-live environments, construct the transition plan from the project team to the support team and supervise the client applications & technology infrastructure.- Contribute to the development of project plans by providing input to project charters, project deliverables, cost/benefits analysis, time line estimates, scope and manage projects/initiatives by directing assigned resources, communicating project status and providing timely escalation of issues.- Research/analyze business requirements to evaluate and recommend optimal solutions within business technology architecture.- Blue Yonder WMS implementation, configuration and testing processes.

In my role as an IT Manager within an international setting, I actively contributed to the strategic decision-making processes of the company. Key responsibilities included:- Steering and overseeing full-cycle projects across a diverse European landscape, ensuring their successful delivery.- Directing the Movianto Iberian IT department by establishing objectives and comprehensive work plans in alignment with company policies.- Crafting and advocating operational and IT strategic plans to drive organizational growth and efficiency.- Championing technical solutions for intricate challenges, emphasizing the reuse of existing solutions to meet evolving requirements effectively.- Conducting meticulous analyses of business processes, optimizing methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.- Serving as a Commercial Business Partner, fostering collaborative relationships and leveraging IT expertise to drive business success.- Spearheading the development of the Iberian IT webtool, E-Promo, dedicated to managing promotional materials and orders, optimizing operational processes.- Providing IT consultancy services within the Life & Science and Healthcare sector, leveraging expertise to drive technological advancements.- Overseeing Warehouse Management System (WMS) operations, ensuring seamless management and efficiency within the logistics domain."

- A2A integration between the client's systems (SAP, JDEdwards, AS400, Navision, etc.) and Seur Pharma's local Warehouse Management System (WMS), ensuring seamless operations.- Led the development of local applications catering to both internal and external clients, fostering enhanced operational efficiency.- Provided continuous development and support to the IT team, aligning efforts to meet internal and external client needs and add significant value.- Sustained the evolution of the company's management system, ensuring it remained responsive to the evolving business landscape.- Oversaw comprehensive management of suppliers, ensuring robust and efficient collaborations in line with organizational objectives.

- Directed strategic planning and management systems under the guidance of the IBM EMEA Marketing & Learning Service Director.- Aligned business activities with the organization's vision and strategy to ensure cohesive operations.- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance internal and external communication channels.- Diligently monitored organizational performance against established strategic goals.