Head of IT (all)
Infos sur l'emploi
- Date de publication :09 avril 2025
- Taux d'activité :100%
- Type de contrat :Durée indéterminée
- Langue :allemand (Courant), anglais (Courant)
- Lieu de travail :Obergrundstrasse 119, 6005 Luzern
GWF AG is a leading company for the measurement, data communication, and management of scarce resources in the areas of gas, water, electricity, and heat. Thanks to our many years of experience with high-precision measuring devices, the high level of expertise of our employees, and our leading technologies, we offer future-proof solutions that contribute to a sustainable energy and water use. GWF is a Swiss family business with over 300 employees and a 125-year history. In recent years, the SME has evolved from a proven meter manufacturer to an innovative solution partner for measurement systems and the meter data management for applications in utilities, industry, public infrastructure, and building services.
We’re looking for an experienced IT leader to drive digital transformation and elevate our global IT landscape. You'll lead a skilled international team, modernize key systems with cloud technologies, and ensure seamless, secure operations across multiple sites. From strategic planning to hands-on execution, this role offers the chance to shape scalable, innovative solutions. If you're looking for real impact in a dynamic, tech-forward and purpose-driven environment - this is your next challenge.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Shape and drive the company’s IT strategy, ensuring a secure, scalable, and future-ready digital ecosystem
- Inspire, lead, and grow a dynamic global IT team, fostering innovation while leveraging external service providers and strategic partners
- Modernize and optimize the IT landscape by leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies and enhancing the ERP system (e.g. MS Office/Dynamics 365, CRM, Azure)
- Drive digital transformation, partnering with departments to automate and streamline core business processes for maximum efficiency
- Execute high-impact IT projects, from system migrations to AI-driven automation, ensuring innovative technology accelerates business success
- Actively support development of software applications with optimized platforms and seamlessly integrated interfaces for enhanced business processes and customer integration
- Fortify IT security and compliance, proactively implementing and monitoring state-of-the-art security frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS-2, CRA, etc.)
- Guarantee seamless IT operations and establish proactive, high-performance IT support processes across all business areas and international sites
- Proactively manage/optimize IT budget and investment planning for highest cost efficiency in IT while aligning technology initiatives with strategic company objectives
- Develop and conduct internal training sessions to enhance user proficiency and system’s effectiveness
What You Bring
- Bachelor or Master Degree (Uni/FH) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Informatics or a comparable qualification
- Several years of experience in a leadership IT role, in an international and ideally in a manufacturing company
- Strong expertise in cloud technologies, business process management and ERP systems (preferably D365)
- Proven experience in IT project management, change management, and process optimization
- Deep knowledge of IT/cyber security and data protection regulations
- Excellent leadership and intercultural communication skills, with the expertise to manage and develop a diverse, multi-location team
- Strong ability to build internal networks and foster productive collaboration with business units to develop impactful IT solutions
- Business fluency in German and English
- Structured, solution-oriented working style, coupled with a high level of initiative and hands-on mentality
What We Offer
- A key leadership role with strategic influence in a dynamic, internationally operating, family-owned company
- A collaborative and innovative work environment with a strong team spirit
- A meaningful and socially valuable corporate purpose focused on long-term sustainability
Interested?
Then we should get to know each other. Silvia Hurschler (Head of HR) is looking forward to receiving your online application and will be happy to provide you with further information.
Contact
- Silvia Hurschler