About this role
About the Role Join Continental's IT team as an IT Consultant in the Quality IT area. You will drive digital transformation, ensure operational excellence, and deliver impactful IT solutions for Quality applications, partnering with business customers and leading IT implementation projects. What You'll Do
- Lead and support IT implementation projects (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) within the Quality IT Plan, delivering on time and within budget.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues through proactive management.
- Lead project teams and foster teamwork.
- Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment.
- Ensure adherence to IT governance, standards, and compliance requirements.
- Be the IT partner of choice for our business customers by providing technical consulting and ensuring best-fit IT solutions.
- Oversee the operation, performance, and compliance of Quality applications, ensuring optimal availability and cost-efficiency.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to manage application lifecycle and support.
- Build strong relationships with internal IT departments and key user groups to co-create strategic solutions. What We're Looking For
- University degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or a related field.
- Several years of experience in project management, focusing on IT projects and collaboration with external service providers.
- Many years in IT application operations and project delivery.
- Solid understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles and tools.
- Experience with Quality applications and/or Planisware; Planisware Project Management Tool is a strong advantage.
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including business, IT, legal, and external service providers.
- Business fluent in English (written and spoken).
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder management, vendor negotiation, and conflict resolution across diverse teams.
- Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and capable of working in a multicultural, distributed team environment.
- Customer service-oriented mindset.
- Passion for digital innovation and emerging technologies. Compensation & Benefits
- The 13th salary paid once a year in December.
- Meal tickets with a value of 40 Ron.
- Private Health Insurance via Signal Iduna.
- Referral bonuses for referring new candidates.
- Bookster – library access and books at the office.
- Sports benefits via 7Card.
- Discounts with partners (restaurants, kindergartens, etc.).
- Continental Idea Management program with potential bonuses.
- Happy days and life-event bonuses (marriage, childbirth).
- Extra vacation days: starting at 22 days/year, +1 day after 3rd year, milestone bonuses; up to 29 days.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Diversity and multicultural mindset support.