Team Lead - Information Systems

Company Description

Imagine a place where your contributions lead to real impact. Welcome to TOMRA, where innovation and sustainability are at the core of our mission. From all corners of the world, we transform how we obtain, use, and reuse the planet’s resources. With innovation at our core, we develop and manufacture sensor-based sorting technologies for the global recycling and waste management industry. Our success is reflected in more than 9,000 sorting units installed and a presence in over 100 countries - making TOMRA Recycling a trusted partner for customers around the globe. 

At TOMRA, we encourage a culture of purpose, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our teams are empowered to make a real impact - driven by passion, guided by responsibility, and inspired by innovation we make a shared commitment to sustainability. We believe that diverse perspectives fuel creativity, and we actively cultivate an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and heard.

For our site in Mülheim-Kärlich, we are currently seeking a dedicated Team Lead - Information Systems to join our team as soon as possible.

 

Job Description

Position Overview

Lead and inspire our Business & Application Consulting team (8 experts) to shape the future of TOMRA’s business processes and applications. You will orchestrate activities across Finance, Sales, Service, Engineering, Procurement, Warehousing, Quality, and Production – ensuring everything connects seamlessly from end to end. As Capability Owner for Operations/Production, you’ll set the strategic direction, scout innovations, and drive impactful changes that make a real difference. Working hand in hand with the Enterprise Architect, you will design a scalable, future-ready application landscape. Your leadership will create transparency, build strong partnerships, and deliver measurable value across the business.

Your Responsibilities

• Disciplinary and professional leadership of the Business & Application Consulting team (currently 8 members)
• Coordinate and prioritize all activities across domains (Finance, Sales, Service, Engineering, Procurement, Warehousing, Quality, Production)
• Act as Capability Owner for the domain Operations/Production and drive the strategic development of related processes and applications
• Ensure process continuity and support the end-to-end integration of business processes across systems
• Guide the team in implementing and evolving business capabilities in alignment with enterprise architecture and business strategy
• Collaborate closely with the Enterprise Architect to maintain a consistent and scalable application landscape
• Drive the strategic roadmap for business applications in the respective domains, including lifecycle planning and innovation scouting
• Support the team in customizing/configuring systems (especially ERP) and ensure knowledge transfer and skill development
• Represent ISM in cross-functional initiatives and projects, ensuring the integration of business needs and technical feasibility

Qualifications

Your Profile

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Business Administration, or a comparable field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, with proven success in leading and developing a team.
• Strong expertise in IT project & application management, especially with ERP systems (e.g., IFS) and related business applications.
• Strategic understanding of ERP, PLM, and CRM as key pillars of a digital landscape, combined with experience in digitalization initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and drive improvements.
• Fluent in German and English (native-level German preferred); open to emerging technologies such as AI and their impact on business processes.

Additional Information

What will you get in return for all the great things you bring to the table?

• 30 days of annual leave
• Subsidized company pension plan
• Subsidized group accident insurance
• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours 
• Opportunity to purchase TOMRA shares at a discounted rate
• Employee discounts for various online shops via Corporate Benefits
• Company (e-)bike leasing
• Subsidy for gym memberships
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for Women, LGBTQ, and Roots
• Health management programs
• On-site canteen and parking garage
• Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? 
• Please send your CV, a few words about yourself, and your motivation for this position and joining TOMRA in the "Message to manager" field.

Additional Information

*TOMRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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