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

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Project specification

Project duration
Period 23.03.2026 - 31.12.2026
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

A company is looking for an experienced leader to drive automation and AI transformation. The goal is to analyze and optimize end-to-end processes across different business areas such as sales, procurement, order management and logistics. The focus is on identifying optimization opportunities, especially in areas with media breaks and manual tasks, and creating 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, evaluating and introducing relevant AI use cases, and building fundamental AI skills within the organization. Leading internal project teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement are also key tasks. 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 management and logistics
  • Identify optimization opportunities in existing processes
  • Create a transformation roadmap with business cases and implementation recommendations
  • Manage automation initiatives (ERP optimization, RPA, low-code/no-code)
  • Evaluate and introduce relevant AI use cases
  • Build basic AI skills within 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 responsibility in process optimization, digitalization or transformation
  • Consulting background (top-tier, boutique, or in-house) with strong methodological focus
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, MS Dynamics, or similar)
  • Practical experience in process automation (RPA, APIs, workflows)
  • Solid skills in project management methods and business cases
  • Hands-on mentality and clear result orientation
  • Fluent German and English skills
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Frequently asked questions

The project is based in Rednitzhembach, Germany.
The project preferably starts in March 2026 and is planned to end in December 2026 (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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