Program Manager AI transformation (COO Area) (m/f/d)
Hamburg, DE, 22419 Sarriguren, ES, 31621 Rostock, DE, 18059 Madrid, M, ES, 28001
"Lead the AI-driven transformation of a global wind turbine manufacturer — turning operational complexity into competitive advantage."
We are looking for a senior leader to drive the transformation of Nordex’s global Operations through AI. In this role, you translate AI into tangible operational and financial impact across core functions such as Business & Production Planning, Industrialization, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Quality Management, and Logistics, ensuring scalable and measurable business outcomes.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You act at the intersection of Operations, Digital, and IT, driving the transformation of core operational functions through AI. The focus is on execution, scale, and measurable results—not experimentation. You ensure that AI initiatives move beyond isolated pilots into industrialized solutions embedded in end-to-end operational processes and aligned with strategic priorities.
YOUR TASKS
Drive End-to-End Operational Transformation
• You redesign key operational processes across Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Logistics leveraging AI and advanced analytics
• You identify and prioritize high-impact AI use cases with clear P&L contribution and measurable operational outcomes
• You ensure transformation is business-driven, focusing on performance improvement rather than technology implementation alone
Define and Evolve the AI Operating Model
• You establish and continuously develop a scalable AI operating model for Operations including governance and decision-making frameworks
• You define prioritization mechanisms and roadmaps to focus on initiatives with the highest business impact
• You align Operations, IT, Digital, and external partners to ensure seamless collaboration and execution
Deliver Industrialized Execution
• You lead AI initiatives from concept through pilot to full-scale deployment across regions, plants, and functions
• You ensure AI solutions are embedded into real workflows, systems, and operational decision-making processes
• You deliver measurable improvements in cost competitiveness, productivity, throughput, lead times, and planning accuracy
Enable Adoption and Change
• You drive adoption of AI-enabled processes across global Operations and support the shift to data-driven decision making
• You align senior stakeholders and operational teams around new ways of working in a complex industrial environment
• You support change management efforts to ensure sustainable implementation and overcome organizational resistance
Build Capabilities and Organization
• You define required skills, roles, and capabilities for AI-enabled Operations and contribute to capability building
• You collaborate in building and guiding a cross-functional transformation setup across Operations, Digital, and IT
• You leverage internal and external expertise to accelerate delivery and support long-term capability development
YOUR PROFILE
Professional Experience
• Degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business or related field, or equivalent qualification
• Strong experience in Operations, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain within complex, global industrial organizations
• Proven track record in delivering transformation initiatives with measurable operational and financial impact
• Experience in industries such as wind energy, renewable energy, automotive, or heavy manufacturing is a strong advantage
AI & Digital Expertise
• Solid understanding of AI / GenAI applications in Operations including planning optimization, automation, and decision support
• Good knowledge of data environments, system integration, and operational IT landscapes
• Ability to translate AI capabilities into scalable business value with a strong execution focus rather than theoretical use cases
Leadership & Personal Skills
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate across corporate, regional, and plant-level organizations
• Excellent communication skills bridging business and technology perspectives effectively
• High level of execution focus, pragmatism, and ownership in complex transformation environments
• Strong change management capabilities with experience supporting adoption in industrial and operational contexts
YOUR BENEFITS
Nordex offers a range of attractive benefits – here’s a selection of what you can look forward to.
#GreenerFuture: Shape a sustainable future with us – your work makes a real contribution to the environment.
#CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme, you secure a financial advantage for the future – complemented by the option of occupational disability insurance.
#Health: Your health matters to us – benefit from health days, company sports activities, office yoga, and free support from the pme Family Service.
#OneCompany: Stronger together – with over 11,000 employees from 95 nations, we promote an international and collegial corporate culture.
#CorporateBenefits: Saving made easy – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, tech, and much more.
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Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.
Severely disabled applicants and applicants of equal status will be given special consideration in the event of equal suitability.