We're ready to integrate AI and digital technologies to enhance our manufacturing processes, improve customer service, and empower our teams. AI and automation offer revolutionary potential for our precision manufacturing in drug delivery and primary packaging, battery technology, and industrial components.
Senior Group Manager Digital Transformation & AI
Heitkamp & Thumann GmbH & Co. KG • Düsseldorf
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Full-time
Düsseldorf
from today
As Senior Group Manager Digital Transformation & AI, you'll shape how we integrate technology into traditional manufacturing excellence. Reporting to our Group COO, you'll contribute to the development and execution of our digital strategy while building the organizational capabilities essential for long-term success.
About the company
Your duties
Develop and implement H&T Group's digital transformation strategy and roadmap across all divisions and business units, ensuring alignment with business objectives and manufacturing excellence
Drive AI and digitization integration into production processes to create competitive advantages within our global operations and enhance precision engineering capabilities
Build and lead cross-functional teams to execute digital initiatives at our global facilities, working closely with operations, IT, and divisional & local management teams
Partner with department heads to align digital strategies with existing IT/ERP roadmaps, ensuring seamless integration throughout manufacturing, quality, and supply chain operations
Guide cultural transformation within traditional manufacturing teams, ensuring successful adoption of new digital tools and processes through effective change management strategies
Manage digital transformation budget and resources, define measurable KPIs for operational efficiency gains, and track ROI for all digital initiatives
Establish governance frameworks for responsible AI implementation and data management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
Collaborate with technology partners, vendors, and consultants to implement proven manufacturing technologies and best practices
Your profile
Several years of experience in digital transformation or technology implementation
Strong understanding of AI applications and data management principles
Proven track record in leading successful digital transformation initiatives
Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
Excellent communication skills in English (German would be beneficial)
Strategic thinking and change management expertise
Our offer
Flexibility: Remote work possible throughout Germany
Travel: Business trips (30-50% - national/international) to productions sides, partners, and trade shows
Development: Opportunity to build and lead a cross-functional team
Benefits: Company pension, accident insurance, 30 days of vacation
Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
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
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.
Your contact person is
Tom Kalender
Senior Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding Specialist
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Heitkamp & Thumann GmbH & Co. KG
Königsallee 4
40212 Düsseldorf
Your plus at H&T Battery Components
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
Your plus at the Heitkamp & Thumann Group
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.
