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Head of Automation and AI Transformation (m/f/d)

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Project specification

Project duration
Period 20.04.2026 - 28.01.2027
Project location
Location Rednitzhembach, Germany
Project capacity
Capacity from 95%
Remote work ratio
Remote up to 100%
Required languages
Languages
German(Advanced)
English(Advanced)

Project expertise

Industries
Information Technology
Business areas
Information Technology Operations Project Management

Description

An organization is looking for an experienced executive to drive automation and AI transformation. The goal is to analyze and optimize end-to-end processes across various business areas such as sales, procurement, order processing, and logistics. The focus is on identifying optimization opportunities, especially in areas with media breaks and manual tasks, and on developing a prioritized transformation roadmap with clear business cases and implementation recommendations.

The role includes managing automation initiatives such as ERP optimization, RPA, and low-code/no-code solutions, assessing and introducing relevant AI use cases, and building basic AI competencies within the organization. Leading internal project teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement are also key responsibilities. Close collaboration with IT and external implementation partners is expected, reporting to senior management.

  • Analyze and optimize end-to-end processes in sales, procurement, order processing, and logistics
  • Identify optimization opportunities in existing processes
  • Develop a transformation roadmap with business cases and implementation recommendations
  • Manage automation initiatives (ERP optimization, RPA, low-code/no-code)
  • Assess and introduce relevant AI use cases
  • Build basic AI competency in the organization
  • Lead internal project teams and promote a culture of improvement
  • Collaborate with IT and external implementation partners, reporting to senior management

Requirements

  • 5–8 years of professional experience, including leadership in process optimization, digitization, or transformation
  • Consulting background (top-tier, boutique, or in-house) with strong methodological skills
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, MS Dynamics, etc.)
  • Hands-on experience in process automation (RPA, APIs, workflows)
  • Proficient in project management methods and business cases
  • Hands-on mentality and strong results orientation
  • Fluent German and English
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Frequently asked questions

The project is based in Rednitzhembach, Germany.
The project preferably starts in April 2026 and is planned to end in January 2027 (9 months).
The project requires a commitment of 95 - 100% capacity (full-time).
The project offers 0 - 100% remote work.
The project requires the following languages: German (Advanced) and English (Advanced).
The project is related to the following industry: Information Technology.
The project covers the following business areas: Information Technology, Operations, and Project Management.
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