We have an exciting position responsible for managing all Engineering IT Solutions globally at VARD!

Vard Group extends the focus on digitalization of our value chain. The target is to continue to strengthen the existing foundation of data and systems, to enable new functionality, new technology and new ways of working. The VARD IT organization consist of 70 employees globally, with 40 located in Norway.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Solutions Manager for our Engineering Solutions team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring effective application support for VARD’s engineering processes. This includes developing and implementing strategic plans for applications, providing user support, and overseeing the replacement or discontinuation of applications.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.

So – what are your skills?

Duties and responsibilities

You will be part of the Application Operations team in VARD IT, taking the lead in service provisioning of mission critical engineering systems, helping business areas to take full advantage of the engineering applications and tools. You will get to work collaboratively with colleagues in IT, with our suppliers and with key business stakeholders to ensure system delivery is efficient, secure and user friendly and provided in a way that meets wider business needs. In this position, you will be contributing to the IT strategic planning for the Group, as well as planning, implementing, and supporting solutions in close collaboration with business areas and vendors. The position reports to the Head of Application Operations, Vard Group Digital Innovation & IT Department.

• Work actively to build a good working relationship with key representatives and stakeholders within the different business areas. Contribute to development of the IT strategy for the Group.
• Be an IT partner for the business, collecting and analysing business requirements related to process or system development. Translation of business requirements into demands.
• Teamlead for the resources involved in the Engineering Solutions
• Contribute to architecture design, development, and implementation of systems and applications.
• Supplier and contract management
• Project management
• Contribute to the IT project portfolio planning.
• Provide support through understanding and analysing user issues; fix problems and solve incidents.
• Participate in documentation as well as training of system users.

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education or documented relevant experience.
• Understanding of business processes and conceptual thinking.
• Management experience with the proven ability to lead teams and motivate others.
• Experience with senior stakeholder management, with the proven ability to act and influence on senior management level.
• Operational experience from engineering systems
• Experience with sourcing of services from external vendors and applying these as part of a project or operational delivery.
• Experience from business requirements gathering and specifications for IT systems/services.
• Experience with Project Management either as a project manager or as a project participant.
• Knowledge of cloud services and experience in the implementation and operation of cloud-based solutions.
• The ability and interest to adapt to new technologies and trends will be essential to maintaining an innovative and relevant IT strategy within the designated areas of responsibility.
• Proficiency in English communication

Not Essential, but an advantage

• Experience from IT supplier management.
• Experience with PRINCE2.
• Experience with ITIL and ITSM.
• Proficiency in communication in a Scandinavian language is advantageous

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

Personal qualities

• Ability to influence, motivate and lead others.
• Is calm and agile even in the face of ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Good analytic and strategic skills.
• Both self-driven and team worker; adaptable and flexible.
• Structured and thorough.
• Business acumen.
• Service minded.
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Our commitment to you

For the right candidate we offer an interesting opportunity to be part of a highly dynamic and knowledge driven sector, to develop and implement digital solutions in a global organization. You will get the opportunity to utilize internal business and process knowledge in collaboration with the best IT vendors, in building great solutions. Competitive conditions in terms of salaries, opportunities for development and benefits.

• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Occupational health service
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!