Junior Automation Manager (m/f/d)

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We are looking for a Junior Automation Manager (m/f/d) to support our team.

GEA Farm Technologies is one of the world’s leading providers of innovative solutions for modern dairy farming.

From automated milking systems and intelligent feeding technology to digital tools for herd management, GEA supports farmers worldwide in increasing productivity, improving animal welfare, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Launch Management & New Equipment
  • Support the planning, steering, and analysis of global product launches, including monitoring of key launch KPIs and market developments
  • Build and continuously enhance reporting and steering tools for launch and new equipment activities
  • Structure and analyze country and market feedback to assess launch readiness, progress, and performance
• Dealer Development & Sales Enablement
  • Analyze and prepare dealer performance data (e.g. sales, activity, market share) and derive actionable recommendations for sales and management
  • Support the design and implementation of dealer incentive schemes and performance programs
  • Create automated reports and dashboards to steer dealer and sales activities
• Data • Automation
  • Automate reporting, planning, and sales processes to reduce manual effort
  • Structure, integrate, and ensure the quality of data from multiple sources
  • Collaborate closely with Launch, Dealer Development, other departments and international teams to support data‑driven decision‑making

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Completed degree or vocational training in Business Informatics, Data & Analytics, Engineering, Business Administration with a data/digital focus, or a comparable field (career starters, graduates, and junior profiles are explicitly welcome)
• First practical experience (e.g. internships, working‑student roles, or project work) in data analysis / reporting and/or business or process automation
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, ideally Power Query) & SQL, Python, or BI / automation tools (e.g. Power BI, Power Automate)
• Strong analytical capability combined with a structured and solution‑driven approach
• Very good communication skills, strong team mindset, and the ability to turn data into actionable business insights
• High level of learning agility, initiative, and team orientation
• Fluent English language skills; German language skills are a plus

What we offer

• Cutting‑edge technologies and an international environment
• Salary in accordance with the IG Metall NRW collective bargaining agreement
• Flexible working hours (flex time)
• 30 days of vacation
• Employee benefits, such as a company pension plan
• A collegial work environment in an international setting
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• Customized professional development opportunities
• On‑site cafeteria, workplace wellness programs, and employee discounts (Corporate Benefits)

Let's engineer the future. Together.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our international team.