IT Manager India – Global IT Services (ERP & Engineering Applications)
Contract typeFull Time
Entry levelHigh Professionals
LocationMumbai
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thyssenkrupp nucera offers world-leading technologies for high-efficiency electrolysis plants. The company has extensive in-depth knowledge in the engineering, procurement, and construction of electrochemical plants and a strong track record of more than 600 projects with a total rating of over 10 gigawatts already successfully installed. With its water electrolysis technology to produce green hydrogen, the company offers an innovative solution on an industrial scale for green value chains and an industry fueled by clean energy – a major step towards a climate-neutrality.

Your responsibilities

We are looking for a Local IT Manager to build and lead our India‑based IT competence team. The team supports global ERP (Microsoft Dynamics) and engineering application services for thyssenkrupp nucera worldwide.

A key part of this role is facilitating smooth cooperation between the German headquarters and the India team, ensuring high‑quality service delivery and strong cross‑cultural alignment.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Leadership & Team Development
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing local team of 15–20 IT specialists focused on ERP and engineering applications.
  • Establish a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Define role profiles, hiring needs, and professional development plans in alignment with global HR and IT governance.
  • Foster collaboration within the India team and across global teams, ensuring smooth task distribution and knowledge sharing.
  1. Service Delivery & Operations Management
  • Oversee delivery and operational stability of global ERP (Microsoft Dynamics) and engineering tools.
  • Ensure adherence to thyssenkrupp nucera’s global IT service standards, including security, compliance, and documentation requirements (aligned with global practices referenced in sustainability and service documentation).
  • Coordinate with global service teams to ensure SLAs, incident management processes, and change management workflows are met.
  • Monitor system performance, drive root-cause analysis, and manage escalations.
  1. Global Collaboration & Cultural Integration
  • Act as the primary bridge between the German HQ teams and the Indian competence center.
  • Facilitate alignment on expectations, deliverables, communication styles, and working methodologies.
  • Promote mutual understanding of cultural norms to reduce friction and foster long-term sustainable cooperation.
  • Represent India’s IT capabilities in global workshops, governance meetings, and improvement initiatives.
  1. Project & Portfolio Management
  • Lead local execution of global IT projects for ERP and engineering systems.
  • Manage resource allocation, timelines, quality assurance, and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure compliance with global governance structures (e.g., Change Advisory Boards, Service Performance Reviews) as described in thyssenkrupp’s internal governance documentation.
  1. Stakeholder & Vendor Management
  • Coordinate with internal business stakeholders in India and abroad to understand requirements and align priorities.
  • Manage external partners and vendors as needed for support, development, or project execution.
  • Ensure all documents, communications, and working materials meet global language standards (English), which is consistent with thyssenkrupp nucera’s operational expectations.
Your profile

 

The Local IT Manager India will play a crucial role in shaping the global digital backbone of the company, scaling the India competence center, and ensuring operational excellence worldwide.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in IT application management, including ERP and/or engineering tool environments.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary IT teams.

Technical Skills

  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics ERP (Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing modules preferred).
  • Experience with engineering applications (e.g., PLM, CAD/CAE toolchains, Teamcenter, or similar).
  • Solid grasp of IT service management frameworks (ITIL), change and incident processes.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based application environments (Microsoft Azure, SharePoint), consistent with nucera’s operations.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication skills in English; ability to communicate clearly with international teams.
  • High intercultural competence and sensitivity to German and Indian working cultures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to lead teams through organizational and technical change.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in a German or European corporate environment.
  • Background in global service delivery organizations.
  • Certifications in ITIL, Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, or project management (PMP/Prince2).
  • Experience in process documentation and audit readiness (aligned with India-related audit communications).
Your benefits
  • Electrolysis – Green Hydrogen & Chlor Alkali Technology Provider for a livable planet.
  • Working on Global clients.
  • You will be part of new establishment for upcoming generation.
  • Company believes in Innovation and Employee Empowerment.
  • Excellent work culture.
We value diversity

The company is committed to strengthening diversity and inclusion at the workplace. It strives to create an inclusive work environment where employees can develop to achieve their full potential and a culture that welcomes differences and creates a sense of belonging.

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