Global Team Lead Business Applications

The Brand

WÜSTHOF has one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. Founded in Solingen, Germany, known for centuries as the "City of Blades", the brand is owned by the seventh generation of the WÜSTHOF family. In their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, the company creates a variety of knife collections and cooking utensils. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. Forged knives from the famous CLASSIC Collection have become the symbol of WÜSTHOF and are a lifelong companion for chefs all over the world. With over 300+ employees Globally, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide.

Position Overview

As the Team Lead for Business Applications, you will oversee the global IT applications team and be responsible for all facets of the company’s business applications. This includes planning, organizing, managing, developing, budgeting, and supporting the global IT application systems and associated policies, standards, and documentation to ensure the stable operation. You will coordinate, facilitate, collaborate, and consult with various departments and colleagues around the world on information systems and related technology initiatives. Regionally, you will also act as an IT escalation coordinator and this position reports to the Global VP, IT.