Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2024, Continental generated sales of €39.7 billion and currently employs around 190,000 people in 55 countries and markets.

The Group Functions Tax & Customs Department is dedicated to handling all group-wide tax & customs compliance requirements and renders – as a valued business partner – professional tax & customs services to Continental’s operating business.  We are committed to driving innovation and efficiency. To support our ongoing efforts in digitalization, we are expanding our team in Hannover. We are seeking a dedicated Low-Code & IT enthusiast to join the team and play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business and digitalization technologies.

Job Description

As Digitalization Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for identifying digitalization opportunities to enhance synergies and increase operational efficiency. This role involves developing new digitalization solutions using low-code platforms and conducting in-depth analyses of complex business data, including ERP data, customs data, and external data sources.

Our Offer:

Development of new digitalization solutions using low-code platforms.Active contribution to global digitalization initiatives in the tax and customs domain.Leading and supporting digitalization projects at the interface between business and IT.International working environment.

 

Responsibilities:

Develop digital solutions using low-code and no-code platforms, particularly Mendix and PowerApps.Identify digitalization opportunities to create synergies and enhance operational efficiency.Conduct in-depth analyses of business data by applying extract, transform, and load processes using Continental’s data lake, as well as other internal and external sources such as ERP systems.Design concepts, initiate, and lead national and international digitalization projects.Optimize processes by documenting current and target states, analyzing workflows, and identifying digitalization opportunities.Support change management activities toward a digital tax and customs organization.

QualificationsSuccessfully completed degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Business Administration, or a comparable field (Bachelor or Master).Solid experience with low-code/no-code platforms such as Mendix or PowerApps.Proficiency in data analytics tools such as KNIME or Power BI.Programming skills in Python, R, and/or SQL are a plus.Experience in analyzing ERP data is advantageous.Initial professional experience in IT or finance functions is desirable, ideally in a role bridging business and IT.Basic knowledge or project experience in tax and customs law is beneficial, ideally with initial experience as a project manager.Fluent in English; German is an advantage.Willingness and ability to work in an international environment.Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.High level of commitment and assertiveness.Customer orientation and stakeholder management capabilities.Team-oriented working style.

Applications from severely disabled people are welcome.

Additional Information

You work 37.5 hours per week. We offer 30 days of vacation per year.

On top of that you can expect the following benefits:

Individual development planning based on personal needs and goals (e.g., mentoring, training)Flexible work options, including up to 2 days of remote work per week (unless required to attend workshops or events)Ability to work from other EU countries for up to 40 days per yearEmployee discounts and a company pension planHealth insurance and assistance with child-careRelocation package (if needed)On-site canteen and physiciansSabbatical option and additional learning days (3 extra days for development)Possibility to take overtime

If this sounds like a perfect match for you and if you want to become the next supporter of our core values Trust For One Another, Passion to Win and Freedom to Act, we are looking forward receiving your application.

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