About our Global Company:
Ricoh is a global technology company that has been transforming the way people work for 90 years. We empower companies and individuals with services and technologies that inspire innovation, enhance sustainability and boost business growth. The RICOH Way is our global corporate philosophy and it provides the framework and identity for our organisation. As the world continues to globalise at an accelerated pace, having a coherent and consistent set of values across our organisation provides clear guidance that underpins decision making and addressed the complex issues and challenges that our customers face.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead execution of the OneRICOH EMEA IT strategy across the DACH region, aligning IT services, platforms, and transformation initiatives with business objectives
- Act as the primary interface between DACH leadership and the EMEA IT organization, driving strong business engagement and demand management
- Define and own regional IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and technology roadmaps in line with global standards
- Oversee delivery of complex IT programmes through matrix teams, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes
- Govern enterprise platforms and services, including cloud, ERP, CRM, CPQ, and SCM environments
- Ensure robust cyber security, data, AI governance, and compliance, balancing innovation speed with stability and risk management
- Enable business growth, operational excellence, and improved customer experience through effective IT solutions
- Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing IT leadership and teams across the region
- Manage senior stakeholders, negotiating priorities and partnering cross-functionally to deliver shared business outcomes
You will ideally have:
- Fluency in both German and English
- Proven senior leadership experience in enterprise IT and large-scale IT transformation
- Deep understanding of ITIL, DevOps, and Enterprise Service Management principles
- Demonstrated success in leading major IT transformation programmes in multinational environments
- Strong experience building and leading cross-functional teams in complex, high-growth, and ambiguous contexts
- Ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and high-performing IT services
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences
In return for your commitment, you can expect:
- Strategic leadership role with significant influence on business performance and transformation across the DACH region
- Competitive executive compensation package
- Opportunity to shape and drive large-scale enterprise IT and digital transformation initiatives
- High level of autonomy and decision-making authority in a complex, international environment
- Exposure to senior EMEA leadership and collaboration with global IT and business teams
- Professional development opportunities, including executive learning, certifications, and leadership programs
- Flexible working model supporting work-life balance
- Modern IT environment with access to leading technologies, cloud platforms, and innovation initiatives
- Comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare
