Project Lead (Smart Factory)

TL;DR

Project Lead (Smart Factory): Driving the strategic expansion and operational excellence of Smart Factory initiatives across global industries with an accent on scalable growth, business model development, and cross-functional leadership. Focus on steering performance frameworks, managing strategic stakeholder alignment, and representing the initiative at the executive level to ensure revenue growth.

Location: Hamburg, Germany (Hybrid role with options for mobile working).

Company

hirify.global is an international technology group specializing in innovative machinery, software, and services for industrial applications across the tobacco, food, and consumer goods sectors.

What you will do

• Provide professional and managerial leadership to the team, fostering a culture of coaching and cross-functional collaboration.
• Design and improve efficient workflows while defining performance frameworks and tracking business KPIs.
• Develop and scale the Smart Factory business model, including pricing strategies and expansion into adjacent sectors like pharmaceuticals.
• Align internal and external stakeholders and manage strategic ecosystem partnerships.
• Represent the Smart Factory initiative at the executive level with clients and at industry events.
• Lead strategic customer proposals to ensure revenue growth and achievement of business targets.

Requirements

• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, business administration, or a comparable qualification.
• Proven leadership experience in a managerial role within a production environment, including P&L or budget responsibility.
• In-depth knowledge of factory maturity levels and experience managing plant transformation under operational pressure.
• Experience in developing and implementing program management frameworks, including governance and risk management.
• Strong expertise in Smart Factory, Operational Excellence, and B2B business model implementation.
• Willingness to travel worldwide on business.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative working atmosphere in an international environment.
• Flexible working hours with options for mobile working.
• Attractive benefits through collective agreements, including vacation and Christmas bonuses.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Comprehensive company pension plan and health management services.
• Extensive corporate training and development opportunities.