Senior Digital Transformation Partner - Operations (m/f/d)

INNIO Group; Jenbach; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time

Health We Care program

Moving cost support

Public transport access

Transport cost support

Canteen with healthy meals

Alpine location

Job summary

INNIO Group in Austria invites a Senior Digital Transformation Partner - Operations to shape the IT and digitalization roadmap for Jenbacher Operations and Supply Chain in Jenbach. You will align with global IT/Digital Strategy and act as strategic advisor to business leadership, driving value from shopfloor to executive level.

Oversee MES, ERP, PLM interfaces, lead cross-functional transformation programs, and collaborate with PMO and IT Architecture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, engineering, IT or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of digital transformation or consulting experience in manufacturing, logistics or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, production planning and ERP/MES/PLM landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic advisor to Operations and Supply Chain leadership on IT/digital topics from shopfloor to executive level.
• Develop and implement a uniform IT/digitalization strategy aligned with global IT/Digital Strategy.
• Lead transformation projects across the operational value chain and coordinate with PMO, Architecture and implementation teams.

Skills

Digital transformation

Project management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in business, engineering, IT

Tools

ERP systems

MES

PLM

Job description

The Senior Digital Transformation Partner - Operations (m/f/d) is responsible for shaping and driving the IT and digitalization strategy for Jenbacher Operations and Supply Chain in Jenbach, covering manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain, in alignment with the global IT/Digital Strategy. In this role, you act as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to business leadership, ensuring that digital initiatives, IT solutions, and process improvements are aligned with operational goals and deliver measurable business value. You will lead and support transformation initiatives across the operational value chain, from shopfloor digitalization to portfolio management, while working closely with stakeholders across the Plan-Build-Run setup, especially Project Management Organization, Architecture, and implementation teams.

What INNIO Offers You

• An innovative and international working environment
• Flexible working time model (depending on position and role)
• Health We Care program - including company sports activities
• Moving cost support for new employees in accordance with policy
• Good connections to public transport - station in direct proximity
• Transportation cost support in accordance with policy
• One of the best canteens in the area with healthy and various meals
• Attractive location in the heart of the Alps with various outdoor sports and leisure possibilities

Your Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to Operations and Supply Chain leadership on IT/Digital topics, from shopfloor to executive level
• Develop, promote and implement a uniform IT/digitalization strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives in alignment with the global IT/Digital Strategy
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation and technology adoption across manufacturing, logistics and supply chain
• Drive shopfloor digitalization, including MES, production data, quality and traceability, digital work instructions, and integration with ERP and PLM
• Lead and support transformation projects in the functional area, including hands-on project management when needed
• Manage Operations demand and project portfolio, including business cases, budgets, and IT/Digital tollgate governance
• Facilitate workshops, process walk-throughs, interviews, and stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and drive alignment
• Promote data-driven decision making and continuous improvement
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Digital/IT teams and other Digital Transformation Partners
• Communicate concepts, roadmaps and results to senior management and executive stakeholders
• Monitor trends and emerging technologies in smart manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, and recommend innovative solutions
• Collaborate closely with PMO, IT/Digital Architecture, and implementation teams in the Plan Build Run setup

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, engineering, IT, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years' experience in digital transformation, consulting, or similar fields; ideally with experience in a similar field, i.e. manufacturing, logistics or supply chain in an industrial or engineering environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, production planning, logistics and supply chain processes, and how they are supported by IT
• Familiarity with the relevant systems landscape (ERP, MES and shopfloor systems; PLM; automation and analytics; software development)
• Proven project management skills and ability to lead projects independently
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Hands-on mentality, initiative, and ability to drive change, also with production and shopfloor teams
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive management
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly and influence decision making
• High level of energy, self-motivation, positive mindset, and strong customer focus
• Team player with a can-do attitude and a focus on results
• Willingness to work on site in Jenbach; fluent in English and German

At INNIO, we offer an attractive compensation package that is above the collective agreement for the metal industry. Your qualifications and experience will be considered in an open dialogue during the recruiting process to ensure a market-competitive compensation package.