IT Manager, Applikationer & Data

We are looking for an experienced and collaborative IT Manager, Applications & Data to lead the day-to-day management, support, and continuous improvement of Nel's business applications portfolio and data governance framework.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technology leader who enjoys working closely with both business and IT teams to deliver practical solutions, improve processes, and help drive operational excellence across a growing global organization.

About Your New Role

Based in Wallingford and reporting to the Head of Global IS/IT, you will lead the local IT team and work closely with business stakeholders, Global IS/IT, IT Operations, and Information Security to ensure business applications and data services remain reliable, secure, and aligned with business needs.

You will play a key role in supporting the technology solutions that underpin Nel's day-to-day operations while helping to drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and user experiences. Additionally, you will be responsible for Nel's application portfolio, ERP platform, and data governance framework, ensuring clear ownership, reliable support, and continuous improvement across key systems and data domains.

This role is well suited for a hands-on technology leader who enjoys building strong relationships, translating business needs into practical solutions, and improving the way people use systems and data across the organization.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop the local IT team, setting clear priorities and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Own and maintain Nel's application portfolio, ERP platform, and data governance framework, including governance processes, ownership models, continuous improvement.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver practical technology improvements.
• Coordinate application enhancements, upgrades, testing, and issue resolution.
• Partner with business stakeholders to improve data quality, consistency, and reporting capabilities across business systems.
• Promote adoption and effective use of business applications and digital tools.
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure reliable support and delivery.
• Ensure applications, ERP platform and data services operate in line with Nel's security, compliance, governance, and operational requirements.
• Monitor service performance and identify opportunities to improve user experience, system effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Act as a trusted partner for business leaders on application and data-related matters.

The above statements reflect the principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a collaborative and hands-on technology leader who enjoys working across business and IT teams to deliver practical solutions and continuous improvements.

We're looking for a collaborative and hands-on technology leader with strong communication skills and a good understanding of IT service delivery. You should enjoy working across business and IT teams to deliver practical solutions and continuous improvements.

You'll bring:

• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
• 6 years of relevant IT experience, including 3 years of people management.
• Understanding of application portfolio management, governance processes, data ownership models, and data governance principles.
• Understanding of business applications, data management, data quality, and business process improvement.
• Experience working with ERP platforms, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including administration, support, or continuous improvement activities.
• Proven people leadership experience with responsibility for developing teams and driving performance.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships across functions.
• Experience translating business requirements into technology solutions that deliver measurable business value.
• Experience working with external vendors and service providers to deliver reliable and effective services.
• A service-minded, collaborative, and accountable approach, with a focus on delivering results.
• Experience working in a global or multi-site environment is an advantage.

What We Can Offer

• An opportunity to work in a company in a leading position in the market.
• A visible role with many exciting interfaces, internally and externally
• The opportunity to work in a global company that contributes to the green transition.
• A dynamic and highly professional working environment consisting of competent and committed colleagues.

Nel Hydrogen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement savings benefits, as applicable. Employees may also be eligible to participate in the Company's short-term incentive program. In addition, the Company provides paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays. Benefits and eligibility are subject to the terms of the applicable plans and programs.

The Company has a published Code of Conduct that all employees are expected to follow.

Visas

• Nel will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

We are an equal opportunity employer-M/F/Disabled/Veteran and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: FederalEnglish.pdf)

If you are driven by personal initiative combined with loyalty and commitment to your team and the ability to convert complex issues into simple solutions, then we want to talk to you. Join a company that is on the cutting edge of new energy innovations, with an energized, progressive culture.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so don't wait to apply! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].