Director Digital – Head of Digital Transformation

SCHUHMANN & PARTNER Personalberatung für Management, Vertrieb und Technik

Director Digital leading digital transformation strategy in industrial automation sector, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. Overseeing implementation of digital initiatives and KPIs.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeMannheim • 🇩🇪 GermanyLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for developing and implementing the company’s digital transformation strategy.
Ensure the effective use of digital technologies to improve the customer experience.
Leverage digital tools and methodologies.
Implement new digital products and services.
Define and manage KPIs to measure success and progress.
Act as the technical authority for complex hardware, software, and integration challenges.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Digital Media, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in digital transformation, strategy, or innovation.
Proven experience leading large-scale digital initiatives.
Strong knowledge of digital technologies and platforms.
Proven track record in private equity–backed or high-growth companies.
Demonstrated experience in value analysis and value optimization.
Experience supporting M&A transactions and post-merger integration.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Openness, honesty, mutual appreciation, and respect

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital transformationdigital strategydigital technologiesKPI managementvalue analysisvalue optimizationM&A transactionspost-merger integration

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunication

Certifications

Master’s degree