IT Manager

About amfori

amfori advocates for a world in which trade serves a purpose: delivering social, environmental and economic benefits for everyone.

As a global business association, amfori supports its members at every step of their due diligence journey, offering a comprehensive range of ESG products and services.

Founded in 1977, and recognised for its flagship product amfori BSCI, amfori leverages decades of expertise and close collaboration with more than 2400 member companies as well as auditing companies, producers, factories, and other stakeholders such as policymakers. Representing a diverse array of industries in over 50 countries, that cover trade streams in over 100 countries, amfori continues to have a positive impact on fostering sustainable trade.

About the Role

amfori is seeking a strategic, proactive and hands-on IT Manager to lead our digital transformation journey. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, medium-sized environment and is dedicated about building an integrated IT ecosystem, driving digitalisation and leveraging data to create business value.

You will be responsible for designing and implementing our future-fit IT-Infrastructure that supports scalability, business goals and user experience.

Your Responsibilities

IT Architecture

• Maintain a modern, secure, and scalable IT infrastructure
• Ensure seamless integration between cloud services, on-premise systems, and third-party platforms
• Standardize IT practices and documentation to support future scalability

IT Ecosystem Development

• Design and implement a cohesive IT ecosystem that integrates amfori core systems with external systems and integration points, enhance productivity, customer experience, and operational agility
• Ensure IT Security, Compliance and quality assurance

Data Management

• Establish data governance policies and ensure data quality, accessibility, and compliance
• Promote a data-driven culture by further enabling self-service analytics and business intelligence

AI & Automation

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to implement AI/ML solutions

IT Vendor Management

• Ensure that external vendors deliver value, meet performance expectations
• Develop Vendor Strategy, and lead vendor selection process and contract negotiations

Leadership & Collaboration

• Align and define IT strategy with business strategy and goals
• Manage a small internal IT team and coordinate with external vendors and consultants
• Foster talent development and growth of the IT Team, provide mentoring and empowerment
• Professionalize internal IT service and establish knowledge sharing culture
• Provide hands-on support and training to staff if needed

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (Master is a plus)
• 5+ years of experience in IT roles, ideally within an SME or fast-growing company
• Proven experience in IT Architecture, systems integration, cloud technologies, IT management
• Familiarity with platforms, data analytics platforms, data management and AI/ML concepts
• Knowledge of IT Security and Compliance standards
• Project management, communication, and leadership skills
• Relevant certifications are a plus