AI Manager (m/f/d)

We are looking for you to join us as an AI Manager (m/f/d) at our Headquarters in Augsburg.

Would you like to actively shape the AI future of our industrial group and take the digital transformation to the next level? Do you find it easy to build bridges, inspire people to embrace innovation, and foster trust in new ways of working? Are you motivated to create real added value for people, processes, and the company through innovative AI solutions—in both production-related and administrative areas? Do you combine technological foresight with strategic thinking and view artificial intelligence as a key success factor for sustainable value creation?

Then you might be a great fit for us!

Hosokawa Alpine is internationally renowned for high-quality, durable machines and systems. We are among the world leaders in mechanical process engineering and film extrusion. With over 125 years of experience, we offer efficient solutions for numerous industries. Whether complex films or the finest powders in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, minerals or recycling—we are a full-service provider across all process steps. With approximately 840 employees, we focus on sustainable technologies made in Germany and guarantee the highest level of customer satisfaction. A global presence, a forward-looking approach, flat hierarchies, and exciting challenges in special machine construction characterize our company.

Your Responsibilities:

• AI Strategy & Governance: Developing and managing a group-wide AI strategy that is economically sound and technologically sustainable
• Establishing an AI governance framework, including ethics guidelines, data policies, and compliance requirements (EU AI Act)
• Prioritizing AI use cases based on value contribution, feasibility, and risk
• Transformation & Change Management: Leading cultural and organizational change in the context of AI implementation
• Developing change programs that engage, train, and empower employees (reskilling, AI literacy)
• Stakeholder management at all levels: Executive Board, management, and workforce
• Operational implementation: Building and leading an interdisciplinary AI team (process experts, change managers)
• Managing external partners, startups, and technology providers
• Piloting, scaling, and measuring the success of AI applications (OKRs, ROI, social KPIs)

Here’s what will define your success in the first few months:

• A clear overview of the AI maturity level of internal processes, as well as the identification of relevant stakeholders and areas for action across our various departments
• Building your internal network within the company and launching successful pilot projects that already deliver quick wins
• Developing a long-term AI strategy for the existing process landscape and fostering strategic competence development across the departments
• Demonstrable value creation through AI and the sustainable embedding of an AI-oriented and innovation-driven mindset and way of working in our corporate culture

We look forward to hearing from you!

Your Profile:

• A successfully completed degree in, for example, Business Informatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Relevant professional experience in implementing digital/AI solutions from a process management perspective in complex industrial companies or medium-sized manufacturing firms
• In-depth understanding of AI technologies (ML, generative AI, automation)—without necessarily having to code yourself
• Practical experience with common AI and automation tools is a plus
• Knowledge of agile methodologies, project portfolio management, and transformation and change management
• Very good and fluent command of German and English
• A digital mindset that combines entrepreneurial thinking with a long-term vision for shaping the future
• Ability to work well in a team and strong communication skills with all stakeholders within the company—from the shop floor to the board of directors
• A high degree of empathy and the ability to build trust during change processes

What we offer:

• A wide-ranging role that collaborates with all areas of the company and has a direct impact on the company’s success
• An employer that has been a stable presence in the market for over 125 years and continues to operate with a long-term focus, thanks to a broad product portfolio that is independent of any single industry
• A professional home where it’s worth celebrating many years of service—because that’s what sets Hosokawa Alpine apart
• A motivated, forward-thinking executive team that works with you to make a difference and values a humane, respectful working environment
• Mobile work possible, flexible working hours and a good work-life balance
• Personalized professional development opportunities through our Alpine Campus
• A modern cafeteria, parking, good public transportation access, corporate benefits, and much more

Your contact person:

Lisa Donk,