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
In accordance with EU Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency, we indicate a starting salary of 49.715 € (gross annual salary) for this position. The exact classification may be adjusted based on clearly defined, objective criteria such as professional experience, skill level, and the scope of responsibility required.
Loacker is committed to fair, transparent, and non‑discriminatory compensation structures. During the selection process, we focus exclusively on your qualifications, your motivation, and your suitability for the position.
Location: Auna di Sotto/Unterinn
