Platform Manager - Enterprise Integration Platform - Platform Manager

Join and grow our Bekaert team with the passion to win.

Enterprise Integration and EDI – Platform Manager 

Job Location -Bangalore 

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future.

Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.

With a heritage of more than 140 years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 27,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and a revenue of €7 billion, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!

Why join us?

• Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
• Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
• Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
• Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
• Diversity – Together, we create change

Bekaert organization is reviewing the success and performance of these end-to-end user journeys through seamless integrated processes. You will join us as “Platform Manager – Enterprise Integration and EDI” to provide portfolio leadership for leading integration practice and associated solutions within enterprise as well as with external partners (customers, suppliers, financial organizations etc.).

Essential skills & competencies

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience
• 9+ years of overall experience, 5+ years into platform management with Integration technologies
• Strong understanding of API, B2B-EDI, and A2A integration technologies and methodologies.
• Proven experience in developing and executing integration platform strategies and roadmaps.
• Good Experience in managing integration and EDI projects and services for Appliction-2-Application, Business-2-Business and Enterprise Messaging capabilities.
• Having strong programme delivery and management skills and will be adept at dealing with multiple high-pressure projects simultaneously.
• Building cross functional teams between business, Digital and partner operations and managing these through the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their application and partner integration requirements, prioritize initiatives, and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Drive ownership of the Enterprise Integration and EDI platform roadmap, which includes solutions built on SAG-Webmethods, MuleSoft, SAP PI/CPI, core reusable assets, API lifecycle automation, and API management platforms.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their application and partner integration requirements, prioritize initiatives, and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Serve as the primary contact for all (A2A, B2B-EDI, API) integration-related objectives, requirements, and issues, providing expert guidance and solutions.
• Identify opportunities for API, B2B-EDI, and A2A requirements, driving innovation and supporting Bekaert's digital transformation program.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the platform's performance and the effectiveness of API, B2B, and A2A integrations.
• To lead and manage portfolio of Enterprise Integration and EDI based projects and ensure their timely delivery and success with high quality and performance and within budget controls.
• Work collaboratively across business and technology teams to understand strategic objectives for enterprise integration and EDI, explore implications and risks, and prioritize stakeholders' needs.
• Manage the budget and allocation of resources, negotiating contracts with vendors, and promoting cost-saving initiatives for Enterprise integration portfolio.
• Provide regular reports and presentations to stakeholders, highlighting key performance metrics, achievements, and recommendations.

Will you dare to take the next step?

Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers