PstrongThe Company /strong /ppbr/ppThe company headquarters is located in Bolzano, Northern Italy, at the plant formerly owned by Lancia, a renowned manufacturer of industrial vehicles founded in 1937 and incorporated into the Iveco Group in 1975. /ppIveco Defence Vehicles boasts an independent internal structure entirely dedicated to research and development, with full access to the company’s extensive engineering resources. /ppbr/ppstrongPosition Summary /strong /ppbr/ppWe are looking for a highly experienced and hands-on Applications Lead to join our Information Technology team. /pp This role will act as the technical and functional authority for the Finance Controlling, HR, and Corporate Systems stream, playing a key role in ensuring the stability, evolution, and compliance of our applications across multiple international entities. /ppThe Applications Lead will be responsible for driving implementation projects, providing Solution Architecture expertise, and managing the entire service lifecycle for critical applications. Strong experience with SAP, HFM, and HR platforms is required for this position. /ppThis is a strategic role within the IT department, with direct responsibility for the architecture and continuity of our enterprise systems. /ppbr/ppstrongKey Responsibilities /strong /ppbr/ppstrong1. Solution Architecture Technical Authority /strong /pullistrongStrategy Contribution: /strong Contribute technical insights and recommendations to the IT strategy and application roadmap for Finance Controlling, HR, and Corporate Functions, ensuring execution aligns with global objectives. /lilistrongSolution Architecture Design: /strong Act as the strongSolution Architect /strong and technical authority, designing robust, compliant, and scalable IT solutions utilizing technologies such as strongSAP ECC, SAP HANA, Oracle HFM, Concur, and ADP /strong. /lilistrongDrive Excellence in Controlling: /strong Champion the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Controlling processes, ensuring robust cost tracking, variance analysis, and financial transparency. /lilistrongCoordination Mentorship: /strong Act as the strongtechnical reference point /strong and coordinate project activities and troubleshooting efforts with team specialists and external partners. /li /ulpstrong2. Operational Management Project Execution /strong /pullistrongService Vendor Management: /strong Manage the end-to-end IT service lifecycle for the application portfolio, monitoring SLAs and governing the performance of key vendors and external service providers at the execution level. /lilistrongProject Execution Quality Assurance: /strong Lead the successful execution of IT projects within the stream (including task management, budgeting support, and phase control), ensuring timely delivery and high standards of strongQuality Assurance (QA) /strong. /lilistrongCritical System Stability: /strong Ensure stability, security, and continuous evolution of the application portfolio, providing expert support and advanced troubleshooting for complex, recurring issues. /lilistrongCross-Functional Collaboration: /strong Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Manufacturing to align product costing methodologies and support business objectives. /li /ulpstrong3. Functional Technical Expertise (Hands-On) /strong /pullistrongSAP Finance Corporate Control: /strong Provide deep stronghands-on expertise /strong in configuring and supporting strongSAP FI, CO, and corporate functions /strong. Manage the integration of core ERP systems (SAP ECC/HANA) with corporate control tools like strongOracle HFM /strong and various reporting platforms. /lilistrongE-Invoicing and Compliance: /strong Lead the implementation and maintenance of solutions for strongelectronic invoicing /strong and regulatory compliance (B2B, B2G, etc.). /lilistrongDecision Support: /strongProvide actionable stronginsights /strong into management through advanced reporting and analytics on product costs, profitability, and cost drivers. /lilistrongHR Application Support: /strongProvide functional support and ensure data integrity across key strongHR platforms /strong, including strongADP, SAP HR modules, /strong and strongConcur, /strong ensuring effective integration with finance processes. /lilistrongBrazilian Fiscal Processes (Plus): /strongExpertise in SAP fiscal processes related to strongBrazilian localization /strong is a significant advantage, particularly given the complexity of our international environment. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongRequired Qualifications Competencies /strong /ppbr/pullistrongExperience: /strong Proven experience (5+ years) as a senior specialist or functional lead, managing complex application portfolios in a multinational setting, coupled with a strong stronghands-on operational background /strong. /lilistrongTechnical Stack: /strong Extensive practical knowledge of strongSAP ECC /strong and strongSAP HANA /strong in a Finance context. Deep familiarity with strongOracle HFM /strong and other corporate reporting tools. Experience with strongConcur /strong and strongADP /strong is required. /lilistrongProcess Knowledge: /strong In-depth understanding of end-to-end Finance Controlling, HR, and Corporate processes, particularly in a high-compliance industry. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongSoft Skills Language Requirements /strong /ppbr/pullistrongIntegrity: /strong Absolute integrity and a strong ethical compass. /lilistrongCustomer Service Approach: /strong Excellent ability to communicate and interact effectively at all organizational levels. /lilistrongAgility Proactivity: /strong Strong intellectual agility, ability to manage change execution, and a results-oriented approach. /lilistrongTeam Working: /strong Proven ability to work effectively within an international and distributed network. /li /ulpstrongLanguages: /strong strongNative-level Italian /strong and strongFluent English /strong (written and spoken) are mandatory. Knowledge of strongPortuguese or German /strong is considered a strong asset /p