IT Manager, Business Relationship Management
Ebro Electronic GmbH, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.**The Role:**We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled **IT Business Relationship Manager (BRM)** to support Xylem’s **Water Solutions & Services (WSS)** segment. In this role, you will strengthen the partnership between IT and the WSS Manufacturing and Integrated Supply Chain organizations. You will deeply understand business strategies, identify where technology can accelerate results, and ensure IT services align to business priorities.You will serve as the primary liaison between business leaders and IT, leveraging your knowledge of business processes, advanced analytical capability, and strong communication skills to drive strategic alignment, innovation, and successful delivery across portfolios.**Core Responsibilities**Stakeholder Relationship Management* Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders to understand their goals, challenges, and priorities.* Serve as the primary point of contact for all IT-related inquiries for WSS.* Ensure timely, effective communication between IT and business stakeholders.Strategic Alignment & Roadmap Ownership* Translate business objectives into IT strategies, roadmaps, and actionable initiatives.* Identify opportunities where technology can improve efficiency, quality, or innovation.* Maintain scorecards and visibility into critical initiatives, projects, and IT services to ensure alignment with company goals.Governance, Compliance & Funding Support* Guide the business through funding requests, approvals, and intake processes.* Ensure architectural alignment and adherence to IT governance, security, SOX, and compliance standards.* Monitor IT performance and provide regular updates to business leadership.Change Management & Communication* Champion IT-driven change and ensure smooth adoption across WSS and Supply Chain teams.* Create communication and education plans to help business users understand upcoming changes, capabilities, and impacts.* Conduct deep-dive data analysis to support decision-making.Innovation & Continuous Improvement* Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies.* Recommend solutions that improve performance, reduce operational friction, or streamline processes.* Identify opportunities to automate and enhance workflows in both IT and business teams.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).* **10+ years** in IT Business Relationship Management, IT governance, or related IT leadership roles.* Proven track record of delivering complex IT initiatives and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.* Expert-level analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and produce strategic insights.* Hands-on experience working with:
+ **SAP (S/4HANA, ECC)**
+ **CRM platforms (Salesforce, MS Dynamics)**
+ **CPQ solutions**
+ **Reporting tools & dashboards*** Strong proficiency with **Power BI, Databricks, Informatica, MS Project, SharePoint**.* Experience leading Agile/Scrum processes and SDLC methodologies.* 7+ years translating business requirements into optimized designs and developing business cases.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation and stakeholder management.* Ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments.* Background in **Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or the Water Industry** is a plus.* Travel expected **10–20% annually**.Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen.
Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation #J-18808-Ljbffr
+ **SAP (S/4HANA, ECC)**
+ **CRM platforms (Salesforce, MS Dynamics)**
+ **CPQ solutions**
+ **Reporting tools & dashboards*** Strong proficiency with **Power BI, Databricks, Informatica, MS Project, SharePoint**.* Experience leading Agile/Scrum processes and SDLC methodologies.* 7+ years translating business requirements into optimized designs and developing business cases.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation and stakeholder management.* Ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments.* Background in **Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or the Water Industry** is a plus.* Travel expected **10–20% annually**.Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen.
Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation #J-18808-Ljbffr