Jörg Reger

Overall responsibility for the strategy, governance, budget, and operation of global IT organizations with an annual budget of approximately €45 million and international teams across multiple locations. Direct reporting line to management and close coordination with CFO and COO.

Focus on digital transformation, AI/Artificial Intelligence, digitalization, and Industry 4.0: Realignment of a decentrally grown IT landscape (28 companies) towards a centrally managed, internationally standardized operating model. Implementation of transparent governance, reporting, and financial structures (CapEx/Opex) as well as establishment of a group-wide IT steering with active portfolio governance.

Significant reduction of structural complexity through centralization, standardization, and platform harmonization (including global SAP S/4HANA transformation). Sustainable reduction of the IT cost base by approx. 15% while simultaneously improving service quality, transparency, and decision-making ability at management level.

Development of modern, production-oriented IT architectures with integration of AI, IoT, and robotics in security-critical production environments. Establishment of auditable governance and security structures, considering regulatory requirements (including TISAX, global compliance).

Focus on implementation power through clear prioritization of strategic initiatives, reduction of redundant structures, and strengthening of responsibilities. International operational presence and role as strategic sparring partner for management.

Overall responsibility for the global IT infrastructure of a listed chemical company with 72 locations, around 10,000 servers, and 18,000 clients. Leadership of 320 employees and management of an annual budget of approx. €120 million.

Responsible for the stable, secure, and auditable operation of business-critical IT systems in a globally regulated industrial environment with requirements for critical infrastructure, product safety, and capital market-oriented transparency. Ensuring the highest standards in availability, performance, cybersecurity, and compliance.

Leading role in the strategic further development of the global IT architecture and digital platform landscape. Consistent modernization of the infrastructure through standardization, virtualization, and automation as a basis for scalability, stability, and long-term cost efficiency. Strategic realignment of the global infrastructure and data center strategy with consolidation from 20 to 3 locations as a central lever for increasing resilience, efficiency, and transparency. Implementation of group-wide governance, service, and steering models for professionalizing IT management in a highly regulated environment.

Operation and further development of one of Europe's largest SAP on-premise landscapes as a core digital platform for finance, production, and logistics processes. Active participation in digital transformation through standardization, virtualization, automation, and integration of industrial IT systems.

Close cooperation with internal audit, external auditors, and regulatory bodies; ensuring compliance in a globally operating chemical group with critical production and supply structures.

Architecture and transformation responsibility for strategic major clients in the EMEA region at one of the world's leading providers of virtualization and data center modernization. Management of complex infrastructure and change programs for international corporations with the highest requirements for availability, security, and regulatory compliance.

Leadership of international consulting teams and direct collaboration with CIOs and IT executives of leading EMEA accounts within the scope of large-volume virtualization and standardization initiatives.

Responsibility for the successful implementation of business-critical transformation projects from the manufacturer's perspective.

This role shaped my holistic 360° perspective on IT, from technology provider through integration and consulting models to later corporate responsibility.