The iStaging Manager leads and handles the engineering team responsible for iStaging-related projects, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to deliver projects efficiently and successfully. This role involves handling the capacity and capability of the Computer & Network Infrastructure engineering functions within the Cluj Center of Excellence, as well as delivering hardware systems setup, upgrades, and system integration projects.
The iStaging Manager collaborates with World Area Operations leaders to schedule and prioritize engineering activities across Europe and actively participates in the local Operations senior management team and the European engineering management community.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
* To serve as the primary contact for iStaging and Upgrades projects, proactively addressing and resolving issues.
* To ensure that iStaging engineering and support functions meet customer requirements, maintain high-quality standards, and achieve timely performance and cost targets.
* To maintain communication with European, Regional, and Country Project and Services Leadership Teams, as well as European Engineering Leadership, regarding iStaging and Upgrades scope.
* To support the Cluj Center of Excellence Resource Management process by supervising and maintaining the necessary seniority and experience levels within the engineering team.
* To implement Lean Manufacturing standards to optimize iStaging and Upgrades processes.
* To cultivate a collaborative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and best practices across the European World Area.
* To actively participate in leadership meetings, contribute to improvement initiatives, and support the Cluj Center of Excellence strategy towards Optimized Model implementation.

Who You Are:

You are the first to spot possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. You consistently apply a business driver and marketplace focus when prioritizing actions. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse collaborators. You model and encourage the expression of diverse ideas and opinions empowering your team. You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts.