Smart Factory Digital Transformation Lead

Henkel; Gebze; On-site; TRY 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Job summary

Henkel in Turkey seeks a Digital Engineer to lead Smart Factory Systems (SFS) implementation and digital transformation across manufacturing operations. You will drive data-driven decision making using Python, SQL, AI initiatives, and integrate with ERP, MES, and OT environments.

You will manage a cross-functional team, define KPIs and dashboards, ensure governance and cybersecurity standards, and mentor engineers and analysts to deliver innovative digital solutions that improve productivity,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 4–6 years in IT, software development or digital transformation within manufacturing.
• Experience in AI, ML, and data analytics projects.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Experience with SAP, MES, and ERP integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Smart Factory Systems (SFS) and digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations to improve productivity, quality, traceability, and operational efficiency.
• Manage the delivery of data analytics, machine learning, and AI projects that drive business value and support data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, OT, and IT teams to identify opportunities and implement digital manufacturing solutions.
• Drive the integration of Smart Factory Systems, SAP, MES, automation systems, and enterprise platforms to enable seamless data flow and process automation.
• Analyze manufacturing and business data using Python, SQL, and advanced analytics techniques to generate actionable insights and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead project planning and execution, including scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers, analysts, and external partners, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to measure the effectiveness and business impact of digital solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, cybersecurity requirements, data governance policies, and project management best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing, and translate them into practical business applications.

Skills

Python

SQL

AI/ML

Data analytics

Project management

Leadership

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

SAP

MES

ERP systems

Job description

Henkel in Turkey seeks a Digital Engineer to lead Smart Factory Systems (SFS) implementation and digital transformation across manufacturing operations. You will drive data-driven decision making using Python, SQL, AI initiatives, and integrate with ERP, MES, and OT environments.

You will manage a cross-functional team, define KPIs and dashboards, ensure governance and cybersecurity standards, and mentor engineers and analysts to deliver innovative digital solutions that improve productivity,