Innovation Stage Manager / Innovation IT Liaison

We develop and operate customised IT solutions for the Vorwerk Group and drive the digital transformation with innovative services and agile methods. Our vision: ‘We are your IT @Vorwerk’ - an integrated part of value creation and a reliable partner within the Group, which can look back on more than 140 years of history.

As a successful international company, we offer a creative, collaborative work environment and support at every stage of life, ensuring work-life balance with various benefits. 

Join us in shaping the future of Vorwerk.

About the Role:

As the Innovation IT Liaison, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our most promising innovation projects transition smoothly from early development stages into successful IT implementation and value realization. Your mission: facilitate early IT involvement in innovative initiatives, identify architectural and capability gaps, and help align project requirements with our IT landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact between Innovation and IT teams.
• Engage early in the innovation process to gather essential information and anticipate IT needs.
• Conduct high-level gap analyses regarding architecture and IT capabilities.
• Translate business and innovation requirements into actionable IT strategies.
• Support operational handover by reducing friction and enabling faster time-to-market.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across business, innovation, and IT.

What We’re Looking For:

• Broad understanding of modern IT architectures, platforms, and AI concepts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to grasp innovative business models and translate them into technical needs.
• A pragmatic mindset with the ability to navigate both technical and business environments.
• Experience in IT, digital transformation, or innovation projects is a plus, but deep technical expertise is not required.
• Advanced English level.

Benefits that truly fit you:

Exciting challenges & career growth – Take on impactful challanges in an agile environment and actively shape your professional development.
Team success & continuous learning – We foster a culture of collaboration and shared achievements while investing in your ongoing growth, including an annual €2,500 budget for training, courses, and professional development opportunities.
Flexibility that fits your life – Enjoy flexible working hours with flextime options, 25 days of vacation, and half a day off on your birthday, plus the freedom to work from home for a better work-life balance.
Health & Well-being – Enjoy private health insurance with Sanitas, ensuring comprehensive medical coverage for your peace of mind, with the option to include your family through Flexible Compensation.
Annual Variable Bonus – Earn a performance-based bonus as a percentage of your annual gross salary (pro-rated), linked to both your personal achievements and the company's financial results.
Product Discount – Get a 50% discount on TM and Kobold vacuum cleaners, available for new purchases every three years. 
Language Learning – Access online English and German classes to enhance your language skills and support your professional growth.
Flexible Compensation – Customize your benefits by allocating part of your salary to expenses like transport tickets, meal vouchers, and more, optimizing your tax savings and overall compensation.