Business Application Manager - PLM & Engineering Systems*
Tomra Mülheim-Kärlich, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Automation Machinery Manufacturing · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
You will own and improve end-to-end engineering and R&D processes while acting as the primary partner between engineering teams and IT. Your role involves driving the governance of CAD, PDM, and PLM applications to ensure system stability and seamless integration with ERP environments.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should have a strong background in engineering and product lifecycle management processes, including experience with CAD, PDM, and PLM environments. Proficiency in ERP integration, BOM management, and excellent stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.
Benefits
Full description
Company Description
TOMRA Recycling is a global technology leader helping to transform the way resources are recovered and reused. We offer an international, collaborative environment where people are trusted to take ownership, share ideas, and make a meaningful impact on a more sustainable future. Guided by our values of Innovation, Passion, and Responsibility, we empower our employees to grow, contribute, and help create a world where every resource counts.
Job Description
Your Mission
Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, and Information Systems all rely on connected processes, reliable product data, and well-integrated applications.
As Business Application Manager - PLM & Engineering Systems, you will take ownership of the business applications and processes that support our Engineering landscape. Acting as the link between Engineering, Operations, and ISM, you will drive process improvements, ensure stable operations, and help shape the future of our CAD, PDM, PLM, and ERP environment.
What You'll Do
- Own and continuously improve end-to-end Engineering and R&D processes.
- Act as the key ISM partner for Engineering and Product Development teams.
- Drive the governance and continuous development of CAD, PDM, and PLM applications and processes.
- Translate business requirements into sustainable system and process solutions.
- Ensure consistency of engineering data, product structures, and change processes across systems.
- Support daily operations, coordinate issue resolution, and maintain system stability.
- Drive PLM initiatives and ensure seamless integration with ERP and downstream business processes.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver sustainable business improvements.
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
- A strong understanding of Engineering and Product Lifecycle Management processes
- Experience with CAD, PDM, and ideally PLM environments
- Knowledge of ERP integration, BOM management, and Engineering Change Management
- The ability to translate business requirements into practical system and process solutions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Confidence working across Engineering, Operations, and IT
- Professional English skills
Experience with Teamcenter, Windchill, Aras, or similar PLM platforms, as well as a background in manufacturing or industrial equipment, would be an advantage.
Additional Information
Why TOMRA?
- Purpose-driven business with a positive environmental impact
- International and collaborative work environment
- High degree of ownership and autonomy
- Opportunity to shape TOMRA's Engineering and PLM landscape
- Work at the intersection of Engineering, Product Development, Operations, and IT
- Hybrid working model
- Flexible working hours
- 30 days annual leave
- Company pension scheme
- Share purchase program
- Bike leasing and fitness subsidy
Ready to make an impact?
We look forward to receiving your application in English, including the following documents:
- CV / Resume
- Relevant certificates, qualifications, and employment references
*TOMRA does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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