Digital Transformation Business Partner – R&D (f/m/d)
About the Role
As the Digital Transformation Business Partner – R&D, you support the digital transformation of our R&D organization. You translate business needs into digital solutions, optimize processes end-to-end, and support the adoption of innovative technologies such as AI, automation, LIMS/ELN, PLM enhancements, and simulation tools. You act as a strategic partner, process optimizer, and change agent across R&D and its interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Align R&D digital initiatives with strategic priorities.
- Identify opportunities to digitalize and streamline R&D processes.
- Manage digital transformation projects from planning to delivery (scope, time, budget).
- Ensure a key user approach for relevant R&D applications is established, including UAT coordination and first-level support.
- Ensure effective communication, stakeholder alignment, and change adoption.
- Support Data Governance (integrity, traceability, access control, audit readiness).
- Promote compliance, quality, safety, and CSR guidelines.
Qualifications
- Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar.
- Experience in digital transformation, process optimization, IT project management, and functional analysis.
- Strong understanding of R&D processes and SAP R&D modules.
- Project management expertise (agile certifications preferred).
- Knowledge of change management methodologies.
- Strong analytical and communication skills; structured working style.
- Fluent in English + Italian or German.
What We Offer
- A key role for the company’s digital transformation success
- Opportunity to shape the introduction of new technologies and ways of working
- Collaboration with international teams and technology partners
- An international company committed to responsibility for people and the environment
- Training and development opportunities through the Loacker Academy
- Tailored onboarding program
- Company cafeteria
Location: Auna di Sotto/Unterinn
