About the role

Manager Railway Industry further developing rail portfolios and digital transformation projects in a consultancy setting. Engaging in various tasks from process optimization to project management across teams.

Responsibilities

Further development of our rail and rolling-stock portfolio as well as expansion of technical and methodological competencies related to vehicle fleets, workshops and digital vehicle systems
Analysis, optimization and digitization of processes in vehicle operations, fleet control as well as in maintenance, repair and component management
Development of business, process and target models for digital transformation in the rolling-stock environment — from workshop processes to data-driven optimization approaches
Design and implementation of modern technology and data solutions (e.g., condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, telematics, IoT sensors, diagnostic systems)
Analysis and further development of organizational, governance and operational models in the vehicle and workshop context
Design and introduction of modern control, monitoring and management systems for vehicle fleets, workshops and technical units
Project and program management in traditional, hybrid and agile environments
Preparation and facilitation of workshops, trainings and change measures along the rolling-stock value chain
Identification of new topics, data-driven business models and development opportunities in the rail sector and potential scaling into other industries

Solid expertise in vehicle technology, mobility, digital transformation as well as operational and maintenance-related requirements in the rolling-stock environment
Very good university degree (Master, MBA, PhD)
At least six years of experience in consulting or project management related to vehicles, workshops, operations or maintenance — ideally with initial leadership or coordination responsibility
Demonstrable success in developing new business opportunities, building long-term client relationships and delivering and scaling consulting and/or transformation projects in the vehicle domain
Strong strategic and conceptual thinking and an excellent understanding of operational, process and organizational models across the vehicle value chain
Sound knowledge of relevant consulting and project management methods and confident collaboration with interdisciplinary teams from engineering, operations, procurement, production and IT
Innovative mindset, initiative, willingness to take responsibility and willingness to travel according to individual project requirements
Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum, ITIL)
Business fluent in German and English; additional languages are an advantage

Informal 'du' culture (first-name basis), short communication lines and many great, experienced international colleagues
Nationwide and international events that are truly worthwhile
Subsidy for the Deutschland-Ticket — we cover half of the cost
Childcare subsidy — we subsidize half of the childcare costs for kindergarten-aged children
Bicycle leasing and a subsidized fitness membership (EGYM Wellpass)
Individual training and development for your professional and personal growth
Central location in Hamburg city center with good transport connections (U-Bahn & S-Bahn), plus hub locations in all major German cities
Fresh fruit, good coffee, snacks, soft drinks & after-work beer