JOB OPPORTUNITY Global IT Manager – Group Technology & Infrastructure
Global IT Manager – Group Technology & Infrastructure
San Vittore Olona HQ, Milan- Italy – On-site (Headquarters)
Full-time
Information Technology
Area of Operation
Chematek is seeking a Global IT Manager to lead and evolve our worldwide IT operations. Based at our headquarters in Milan, this role will manage a growing team of IT professionals and play a key role in shaping the group’s strategic technology direction. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and people-focused leader with a strong foundation in infrastructure, cybersecurity, software systems, and IT compliance.
As Chematek expands globally, the Global IT Manager will be instrumental in harmonizing platforms, overseeing vendor and project management, and driving digital transformation—including data strategy and AI adoption—at a scalable and cost-effective level for an international SME environment.
Chematek is a well-established provider of industrial service products and chemical solutions headquartered in Milan, Italy. With eight subsidiaries across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, Chematek is a forward-looking organization committed to digital innovation, professional development, and sustainable growth.
Our core technology stack includes Microsoft Office/Azure AD, Jira (ticketing), HubSpot (CRM), Business Central (ERP – Italy and India), and Xero/Unleashed (subsidiaries), with a roadmap to unify systems globally under Business Central.
The Global IT Manager is responsible for overseeing and integrating all aspects of Chematek’s global IT operations. This includes leading the internal IT team, managing vendors, ensuring system-wide security and compliance, and optimizing infrastructure and applications. The successful candidate will be both a strategic thinker and a hands-on operator—able to design and execute IT roadmaps while supporting day-to-day operations and user enablement across diverse levels of IT literacy.
Lead and manage the global IT team (currently 5 team members) across various time zones and geographies
Develop and oversee Chematek’s IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth and transformation goals
Maintain and enhance IT infrastructure (on-premises and cloud-based), cybersecurity frameworks, and system compliance
Design, implement, and maintain a standardized international Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with ISO 27001 principles
Oversee global software stack, including Business Central ERP, Microsoft 365, Azure, Jira, HubSpot, and other SaaS platforms
Manage IT vendors, licensing, procurement processes, and outsourcing contracts
Define and manage IT projects across six operational streams:
Infrastructure & Networking
Cybersecurity & Compliance
Software & SaaS Management
Data, AI & Analytics Capabilities
Promote cross-functional collaboration and improve user adoption across varying levels of IT proficiency
Drive the integration of IT systems across all global subsidiaries
Explore and implement affordable data and AI solutions suitable for an agile SME environment
Support digital learning and foster a modern workplace mindset among global teams
India, China, USA, UK, Australia) to support local IT integration and alignment
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Proven experience (7+ years) in IT leadership roles within international, multi-site organizations
Strong technical knowledge in infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms (especially Microsoft Azure), and cybersecurity frameworks
Demonstrated success in project management and vendor negotiation
Practical experience in developing and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001 or similar standards
Exceptional communication skills in English and Italian—both verbal and written
Experience with ERP systems (ideally Business Central) and CRM tools (HubSpot or equivalent)
Familiarity with data architecture, reporting systems, and early-stage AI integration
Enthusiastic about driving IT transformation in a fast-moving, SME environment
Willingness to travel internationally to support IT operations across Chematek subsidiaries
Hands-on involvement in digital transformation, AI exploration, and global ERP harmonization
We're a technical, integrated, industrial services distributor focusing on the fields of fine chemicals, EPC, lubricants, and refinery services.
Chematek - Global Chemical Manufacturing Services Distributor
We're a technical, integrated, industrial services distributor focusing on the fields of fine chemicals, EPC, lubricants, and refinery services.