Your responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Director Business Systems and Data Management (m/f/d) to lead our Data Engineering, CRM, Data Warehouse, and Master Data Management teams. This critical leadership role drives the strategy, development, and optimization of our business-critical applications and data infrastructure. Reporting to senior leadership, you will mentor Product Owners, align technology solutions with our business objectives, and champion continuous process improvement across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop cross-functional teams, including Data Engineering and Product Owners, fostering growth and delivery excellence.
• Drive the design, implementation, and roadmap for our CRM (Dynamics), Data Warehouse, and Master Data Management systems.
• Mentor Product Owners as they develop and execute strategic roadmaps for business systems and process improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure solutions meet evolving business needs.
• Define and manage OKRs for business systems teams, ensuring transparency, alignment, and progress.
• Promote best practices in data governance, privacy, and security throughout the company.
• Oversee high-performance data infrastructure—including ETL processes, data models, and big data platforms.
• Coordinate internal projects to optimize workflows, enhance data quality, and maximize business value.
• Provide expert guidance on emerging technologies and drive the evaluation of innovative solutions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for technical and operational issues.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• Several years of progressive experience in data engineering, business systems management, or a similar field, including significant leadership responsibility
• Track record of developing, implementing, and optimizing CRM (preferably Microsoft Dynamics), Data Warehouse, and Master Data Management systems.
• Proven success managing and mentoring Product Owners or technical project leads.
• Deep expertise with modern data engineering frameworks, cloud platforms, and data governance.
• Ability to translate business objectives into actionable technology strategies and roadmaps.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for solving complex problems and driving transformation.
• High personal integrity and professionalism, with an entrepreneurial spirit.

What we can offer

There are many great reasons to join DocuWare - our company culture is only one of them.
As part of the DocuWare team, you will benefit from many advantages:

• Globally distributed, international teams: You will find our teams working in Germering, New York, Sofia or other worldwide locations.
• Flexible work location and hours: You work hybrid - on the road or in our modern office - and you have the flexibility to arrange your own working hours.
• Individual support: After an intensive induction, you will receive regular training tailored to your needs (e.g. conferences internal team building measures).
• Well-earned rest: 35 vacation days per year, sport offerings, massages, a football table and a relaxing lounge area.
• Healthy food: Together we enjoy Fairtrade coffee with organic milk or oat milk, snacks and fresh fruit - all free of charge - as well as subsidized lunch from the Foodji fridge.
• Good accessibility: Choose how you would like to come to the office with a leased e-bike, by train or via highways A96/A99 (you can charge your e-car on site for free).
• Team spirit: Regular employee and team events (virtual or on-site) ensure excellent collaboration with colleagues around the world.
• Sustainability and social commitment: DocuWare stands for paperless work and supports volunteer organizations and local sports clubs.
• Planning for your future: DocuWare subsidizes your company pension plan!
• We offer a stable job with a well established and growing company.
• Unique benefits: Choose one of three great options (Bonago, E-Gym or subsidized Deutschlandticket) to suit your needs.
• We only use the latest technologies - find out more on Stackshare .
• Up to 30 Days Work from Abroad: Experience international opportunities and broaden your horizons.
• Family First: Preferential registration in our selected daycare center in Germering (no guarantee).
• Buddy Program: You'll be paired with a buddy, who will support you during your onboarding and offer valuable tips.