IT Applications Manager

pbWe are looking for an IT Applications Manager /b /ppAstara Western Europe NV is part of the international Astara Group, focused on open, sustainable and digital mobility. In a rapidly evolving automotive industry driven by digitalization and new mobility models, Astara develops its own digital ecosystem to support business growth and dealer excellence across Europe. /ppAstara Western Europe is the proud importer of Hyundai, Suzuki, KGM, and Isuzu across multiple European markets. Our operations are supported by the Astara Platform, the digital backbone connecting business teams, dealers and partners. /ppbWhat does the role of IT Applications Manager look like at Astara? /b /ppAs IT Applications Manager, you play a pivotal role in aligning business objectives with technology solutions across Astara Western Europe. You lead a team of application specialists and work closely with business stakeholders to ensure our application landscape supports operational excellence, innovation and growth. You translate business requirements into sustainable IT solutions, drive application-related projects, manage strategic partnerships and ensure application support remains efficient and business focused. /ppbA snapshot of your responsibilities /b /pulliYou lead, coach and develop a team of application specialists, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment. /liliYou partner with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into sustainable IT solutions aligned with corporate standards. /liliYou define and execute the IT applications strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and Astara’s digital roadmap. /liliYou manage IT application projects from concept to implementation, ensuring successful delivery in terms of scope, quality, timing and budget. /liliYou drive change management and facilitate effective communication between business stakeholders, IT teams and external partners. /liliYou manage relationships with software vendors, consultants and solution providers to ensure optimal service delivery. /liliYou own the applications budget, forecast future investments and continuously identify opportunities to optimize costs and processes. /liliYou oversee application support, governance and continuous improvement, ensuring business continuity, innovation and user satisfaction. /li /ulpbWhat do you bring to astara? /b /pulliMaster’s degree in IT, Business Administration or equivalent through experience. /liliAt least 10 years of experience in IT applications, project management and/or people leadership. /liliStrong experience with enterprise applications, including ERP and CRM environments. /liliSolid understanding of modern IT technologies, project methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, SAFe) and ITIL processes. /liliAn inspirational people manager with strong coaching, communication and stakeholder management skills. /liliFluent in Dutch and English; knowledge of French and/or German is considered a plus. /li /ulpbWhat can you expect from us? /b /pulliA key leadership role with broad impact across multiple departments and business processes. /liliThe opportunity to shape the future IT applications landscape of a growing international mobility group. /liliOwnership of strategic projects and digital transformation initiatives. /liliCollaboration with regional and global teams within Astara. /liliA dynamic environment where innovation, entrepreneurship and continuous improvement are encouraged. /liliA competitive salary package aligned with your experience. /li /ulpAt Astara Western Europe, you will have the opportunity to truly shape your career as IT Applications Manager within an international and innovative mobility group. You will be working in an environment where technology, sustainability, and digitalization are at the core, and where your talents have room to grow. /ppReady to help build the mobility solutions of tomorrow? /p