Digital Transformation Manager (f/m/d)

Heitkamp & Thumann GmbH & Co. KG • Düsseldorf (Großraum)

  • Full-time

Düsseldorf (Großraum)

from today

Turn digital ambition into progress people can see. At Heitkamp & Thumann, you will help put the Group’s digital transformation strategy into practice across our locations. You will connect central functions and site teams, establish workable processes, support learning and adoption, and make progress measurable. This is a cross-functional implementation role for someone who enjoys bringing people, priorities and projects together. 

Your duties

  • Translate strategic direction into deliverable initiatives and coordinate a portfolio of digital transformation activities across the Group. 

  • Develop and run a clear operating model for digital transformation, including processes for digital requests, governance and software rollout. 

  • Set up and conduct structured assessments of digital maturity, track progress and prepare actionable insights for stakeholders. 

  • Build and maintain digital learning and training formats with colleagues from central functions; coordinate communication and adoption measures. 

  • Help develop and improve H&T’s internal personal AI platform and support its effective use across locations. 

  • Work closely with sites and functions to align differing needs, facilitate workshops and keep implementation moving. 

Your profile

  • A degree in business administration, industrial engineering, information systems or a comparable field. 

  • Several years of experience in project or program management, ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment. 

  • A solid understanding of digitalisation and AI, combined with an interest in driving successful organizational change across multi-site operations; deep technical specialisation is not required. 

  • Experience coordinating multiple initiatives, translating direction into clear work packages and making progress visible to stakeholders. 

  • Knowledge of governance, demand management or software introduction, and the ability to facilitate discussions across different functions and locations. 

  • Business-fluent German and English. 

Familiarity with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement programs is an advantage. You bring a structured approach, sound judgement and communication skills to help colleagues adopt new ways of working. 

And this is what you can look forward to

This is a full-time role based in Düsseldorf, with a hybrid working model in line with Group policy. The position involves approximately 30–40% travel to H&T locations in Germany, Europe, the US and Asia, with greater travel during assessment periods. Occasional flexibility for international calls is part of the role. 

Challenge The Future With Us - Join Our Global Team

H&T Battery Components is part of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group. At over 15 locations in 9 countries, more than 1,700 employees work for the family-owned group of companies. H&T Battery Components is the world's largest manufacturer of metal components for the primary battery market.

Challenge The Future With Us - Join Our Global Team

Challenge The Future With Us - Join Our Global Team

What do inhalers for the administration of medecines and cups for batteries and rechargeable batteries have in common? All these are developed and produced by the companies of the Heitkamp & Thumann Group, which is still family-owned today. Better said: Our worldwide team of 1,700 employees from 22 nations at 15 locations in 9 countries does it. They continue to set new standards in the field of precision formed components and have made us a hidden champion that has anchored innovation as an important pillar in its corporate culture. And so an atmosphere has been created in which appreciation and respect, togetherness and further development ensure that each and every individual can fully develop themselves and their strengths.

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Your benefits

Fair pay which is also performance-related, 30 days of annual leave, Individual personal and professional development, Bike leasing, Mobile Office, Allowance for occupational pension provision, Capital-forming benefits, Occupational disability insurance allowance, Accident insurance for coverage of private and work-related accidents, Sick pay benefits, Regular feedback, Gym membership

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Your further way

Challenging projects and varied tasks with a high degree of freedom and room for your own ideas enable you to develop personally and professionally. An exciting working environment with a steep learning curve and early involvement in decision-making structures prepare you for the next step in your career.

Your future

Wherever you want to go - we live an innovative, appreciative corporate culture in which further training and development are possible in many directions.

Your benefits

Fair renumeration which is also performance-related, 30 days of annual leave, Company ticket for local public transportation, Individual personal and professional development, Bike leasing, Mobile Office, Allowance for occupational pension provision,Capital-forming benefits, Occupational disability insurance allowance, Accident insurance for coverage of private and work-related accidents, Sick pay benefits, Regular feedback

Your pre-test

Get to know the job and your future colleagues on a trial day.

Your start-up support

A structured onboarding program and regular joint events will ensure that you quickly settle in with us.

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