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Siemens Head of IT Lead Country Netherlands in Den Haag, Netherlands

Job Family: Information Technology

Req ID: 423543

IT is an integral part of the Siemens business and its’ strategy as an integrated technology company. Together with the business, IT drives the internal digitalization and the development of digital products, driving business outcomes, leading IT/OT convergence and acting as one global team.

As a future-thinker you have the opportunity to apply for the role of Head of IT for the Lead Country Bundle Netherlands (LCB NL) covering assigned countries of Siemens business in Netherlands. There is a possibility to have an additional responsibility to be a Business IT Partner for Lead Country bundle. You are part of our global IT team and work closely with the CFO of LCB NL and Head of IT Global Hub.

You will make a difference with:

  • Digital Transformation - you should understand digital technologies, including big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Together with Business IT you will drive digitalization initiatives across the organization.

  • Business Alignment - listen to our businesses and develop trustful relationships and deep understanding on requirements to implement them together with our Business ITs and global Value Centers.

  • IT strategy implementation - guide global topics into the business and provide a LCB NL voice in shaping the direction of IT back to our headquarters. Enhance use of global solutions.

  • Partnering - orchestration of IT business partner activities to ensure consistent and comprehensive information to Executive Management.

  • User Experience - lead local IT onsite support for end users based on global guidelines along UX.

  • Compliance - handle IT and Cybersecurity compliance with local laws/regulations and given corporate architecture.

You are excited to build on your existing leadership expertise, including:

  • Adaptability - given the diverse setup across multiple countries, the IT lead should be adaptable and open to different work cultures, practices, and communication styles.

  • Inclusive Leadership - foster an environment where diverse team members feel valued and respected. Be aware of bias and express humility and empathy.

  • Collaboration and Communication - facilitate collaboration among team members across borders. Effective communication is crucial for leading remote teams.

  • Change Management - successfully lead teams through organizational changes, especially during digital transformation initiatives.

  • Cultural Intelligence - understand cultural nuances, norms and expectations in each country. Adapt leadership style accordingly.

  • Results Orientation - focus on outcomes and measurable impact. Drive efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement.

  • Talent Development - acquire and manage talent effectively. Build impactful teams that can execute the digital agenda.

About Siemens:

Our strategy is to combine the real and the digital worlds. Our ambition is to empower every organization to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations. Our strategy to fulfill this ambition is to combine the real and digital worlds - bringing together hardware and software.

Siemens is positioned for long-term growth because our strategy is aligned with global megatrends. We have the technologies that the world needs, today and for the future. Our technology empowers customers to transform the industries that form the backbone of economies: industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare. That supports our customers’ competitiveness, resilience and sustainability. For 176 years, we have been at the forefront of creating technologies that transform the everyday, for everyone.

You bring the following skills and competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience with an IT & Digitalization background preferred and 10+ years of professional experience and an advanced commercial competence.

  • Possessing profound expert knowledge in IT & Digitalization, and the IT market, strategic portfolio development.

  • Combining an excellent and distinct customer orientation with a holistic IT business perspective/understanding including negotiating experience with customers, contractors, and suppliers.

  • Providing comprehensive leadership and management skills and 8+years of experience in an operational business managing and leading diverse teams in a (virtual) working environment. Intercultural experience and sensitivity are pre-requisite.

  • You can motivate, lead, coach, delegate assigned tasks, and empower your employees to show their potential and deliver the best results.

  • Ability to travel up to 20-30 % of the time, mainly within Europe.

  • Fluency in English and a strong preference for fluency in Dutch. Additional languages are beneficial.

You can expect at Siemens:

  • Mobile working opportunities and flexible working hours.

  • Diverse and inclusive culture and great variety of learning & development opportunities.

  • An attractive compensation package (consisting of a fixed and a variable income) including company car and shareholder program.

  • You will also be entitled to a flexible employment conditions budget: our Benefits Budget. It is 13,85% of your gross monthly salary and includes 8% holiday allowance. You can use the budget for more days of leave, for an extra (monthly) payment or for tax-favourable expenses, such as our bicycle or sustainability plan.

  • 26 days of leave per year on a full time basis.

Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens. Join us and be yourself!

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

For questions or more information about the vacancy or application process, please contact Sabrine Buitendijk (P&O) via +31 613585982

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

Screening and an online assessment form part of the application process.

Please do not make use of this vacancy as an acquisition opportunity.

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