IT Applications Unit Manager

About the company:

Volkswagen Doğuş Finans (vdf), established in 1999 as a joint venture between Volkswagen Financial Services A.G. (51%) and Doğuş Group (49%), specializes in providing financing solutions for Volkswagen Group brands, including Volkswagen Passenger Car, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Porsche, Bentley, Lamborghini, Scania, and MAN. Additionally, vdf offers financing options for second-hand vehicles under DOD, Doğuş Group’s used vehicle brand and business, engaged in buying, selling and trade ins. Offering a comprehensive range of vehicle loans, insurance products and services through a single payment plan, vdf streamlines the process as a one-stop shop for customers. With its long years of expertise in vehicle financing, vdf creates new and special financial solutions tailored to customer needs and enables them to drive away in their dream vehicles directly from authorized dealers. vdf distinguishes itself in the sector with its simplified procedures, customer-centric approach, competitive interest rates and flexible payment plans.

At vdf, we prioritize our customers’ needs and expectations, offering high value-added products, fostering loyalty and building long-term relationships. We maintain a motivated and high-performing workforce, striving to achieve excellence through collaborative and supportive work environments. Our goal is to add value both within our areas of responsibility and also to the broader business landscape.

Careers at vdf:

At vdf, our core values are “Trust,” “Courage” and “Customer Orientation”.

We aim to attract talented individuals who will add value to our company and grow into future leadership roles through succession plans. We seek candidates who are well-educated, open to change, dynamic, committed to continuous self-improvement, team players and aligned with our values.

We believe that providing our employees with diverse career opportunities that allow them to realize their full potential will encourage internal development and motivation. We are dedicated to the ongoing development and support of our human resource, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of our company and to take on future roles within the organization.

“We are ethical.”, “We hire people who act with integrity." “We work transparently and objectively."

vdf is looking for a "IT Applications Unit Manager" that you may find the details below:

General Description:

The IT Applications Unit Manager is responsible for defining application strategies and effectively managing the application development services received. He/she ensures the necessary guidance and collaboration are provided for the successful completion of application projects and project deliverables are completed on time and in accordance with the quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Define application strategies and priorities in line with company strategies, prepare the scope and objectives of the application services to be acquired, and ensure the necessary approvals are obtained.
• For procured/developed application services:

1. Monitor project timelines, track progress, prepare performance reports, and present them to senior management.
2. Ensure that application development/procurement projects are delivered on time and within budget.
3. Manage quality control processes in application development/procurement projects, ensuring the production of high-quality deliverables and their dissemination within the company.

• Stay up-to-date with technological innovations and ensure the continuous improvement of application components.
• Collaborate with business units and other departments to provide solutions that meet customer requirements and implement them.
• Ensure that application development/procurement projects comply with IT standards and legal regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least 7 years of experience in application development/procurement, project management, and data analytics.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and leadership competencies.
• Ability to manage teams, motivate, and provide mentorship.
• Awareness of technology trends and willingness to adopt new software development tools.
• Proficient in English (both written and spoken).
• Knowledge of application security, compliance, and cybersecurity.