Lead cloud
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Blairi Schermer
Account Manager (Back-End)
Are you an experienced IT leader with a passion for cloud transformation? This is your chance to shape the future of an organization at the heart of the European energy transition. As Lead Cloud & Outsourced Platforms, you will drive a high-impact cloud program and help build a data- and AI-driven enterprise.
Where will you be working?
Our client is a major player in the European energy sector. Within IT, the Cloud & Outsourced Platforms department manages outsourced services and is developing a next-generation cloud operating model. You will lead a team of 14, contribute to a wider IT community of 180+, and play a key role in creating a mature, standardized, cloud-native environment.
What are your core tasks?
In this role you will:
- Lead the ongoing cloud migration and ensure smooth handover into operations.
- Define operating models, governance frameworks, and adoption strategies.
- Build a resilient team through servant leadership, trust, and accountability.
- Manage costs, billing, security, and vendor relationships.
- Shape the companies future IT strategy as part of the program board.
- Work internationally with Dutch and international stakeholders.
What are we looking for?
- Proven leadership in cloud transformation in large, complex environments.
- Strong in governance, vendor management, and stakeholder alignment.
- Skilled at combining strategic vision with operational delivery.
- Experience with KPIs/OKRs, and both agile and traditional IT.
- Servant leader with experience building high-performing teams.
- Background in IT/engineering; knowledge of the energy sector or Finops is a plus.
- Fluent in English; German is an advantage, plus willingness to travel.
What do we offer?
- Interim assignment on project secondment/payroll basis.
- Salary level is open to discussion and will reflect your experience and expertise.
- Duration: 12 months, with extension possible.
- Hybrid setup: mix of on-site and remote work.
- Opportunity to lead a high-visibility program with direct impact on the European energy transition.
Still have questions?
Does this job sound like the perfect challenge? Or would you like to hear more about this opportunity? Please contact me. Call Blairi Schermer on +31 (0)6 22 983 843 or send an email to [email protected].