Iot Manager

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company

is a global leader in the shipping and logistics industry.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, MSC is a privately-owned organization led by the Aponte family.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, MSC is a privately-owned organization led by the Aponte family.
Evolving from a single-vessel operation, MSC is now a globally respected company with a fleet of 800 vessels and over 200,000 employees.
With an integrated international network of road, rail, and sea transport resources, the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge. Operating in 155 countries, MSC ensures direct communication with its representatives and offers various e-business solutions for digitalized cargo bookings.
In response to customer needs, MSC plays a significant role in driving the development of smart containers in the industry, helping to establish standards for digital shipping.
In 2019, MSC Technology Italy was established as a technological division of MSC with the goal of creating a Center of Excellence to support the MSC Group's business. MSC Technology Italy is the first division located in the national territory, complementing existing offices in Geneva (the Group's headquarters), Warren (New Jersey, USA), and Chennai (India).

**IoT Manager**:
We are looking for a dynamic Project Manager leading the development team in charge of several product components, of our Global IoT platforms for our Reefer container fleet, providing unique, innovative and integrated solutions for our Reefer technicians, our Agencies and Customers to monitor their cargo.

In addition, your high expertise on Telecommunication (Satellite, Cellular, radio Frequency), IoT & Azure Microsoft Technology will allow you to efficiently collaborate with the iReefer Management team providing them inputs for the Architecture, innovation, strategy, product evolution, supplier discussions & device integrations.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Platform Strategy, Planning, and innovation**:
Collaborate to Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the IoT devices, telecommunication, and platform monitoring.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align initiatives with business objectives.

**Product Development**:
Lead the development of the product components under TRN responsibilities
Refine product requirements, features, and specifications based on stakeholder demands and customer feedback withing the current architecture.

**Stakeholder Collaboration**:
When required, collaborate with external vendors and partners. Influence vendors and partners roadmap based on MSC strategy and needs.
Foster relationships with key internal stakeholders to understand their needs and incorporate feedback into product development.

**Technical Expertise**:
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies related to telecommunication, IoT and Reefer containers and translating this to the current solution.
Provide technical guidance to internal teams and ensure alignment with best practices.

**Quality Assurance**:
Ensure quality assurance processes for the different components of the solution under TRN responsibilities.
Ensure security of the solution components developed in TRN in close collaboration with IT Security Dept.
Conduct regular assessments to ensure the reliability and performance of the IoT-enabled Reefer fleet.

**People management/Leadership**:
Participate in proof of concepts when required.
Recruit, lead and manage a team of mid-to-senior team members like: Telecom engineer(s), software developers, (data) analysts,Line management responsibilities will include technical recruitment, appraisals, 1:1 meeting, identifying training needs, motivating, and managing team performance.
With full Alignment with iReefer management team cascade SMART objectives and corresponding action plans
Supervise compliance with policy decisions and procedures.
Taking on an exemplary role and promoting the Company values.

Qualifications and experience
5-6+ years’ experience with minimum 2-3 years leadership and management experience
Strong technical expertise in Communication protocol, Telecom Satellite /Cellular and IOT
Strong, consolidated experience in leading the development of complex products.
Experience in leading / managing in a multicultural and multilocation context a team using Agile methodology, with the ability to drive continuous improvement through innovation and inspiring the team to deliver optimal results.
A degree in Telecommunication, Computer science, Software engineering or equivalent is an advantage.
Ability to think strategically, communicate clear direction and implement plans to be delivered within a fast-paced environment.
Fluency English (oral and written), Italian and/or French is an advantage.
Communication skills in a global and multicultural environment
Technology Excitement around new Innovation
Capable to lead technology discussio