With approximately 6,300 employees and numerous production sites in Germany and abroad, as well as a turnover of €1.58 billion, we are one of the leading corporate groups for paints, coatings, building protection products, and energy-saving external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) in Europe, headquartered in the Rhine-Main region. We are the market leader in both the professional and DIY sectors with our well-known brands Caparol and Alpina. To strengthen our Corporate Strategy team, we are looking for a Strategic AI Program Manager* to

join us as soon as possible. This role offers the possibility of working from home and remotely within Germany for a total of 9 days per month (based on full-time employment).

Here's what you can expect:

• You manage strategic and cross-functional AI and automation programs end-to-end and ensure the successful implementation of the agreed goals.
• You will take on operational program responsibility, structure complex initiatives, define milestones, budgets and timelines, and ensure professional program management.
• You coordinate internal and external stakeholders, partners and service providers, actively drive decisions forward and ensure transparency regarding progress, risks and dependencies.
• You consistently follow up on measures, ensure compliance with agreements, and make sure that strategic initiatives have a lasting impact.
• You act as a central interface between management, specialist departments and project teams, and contribute to the success of AI initiatives through close communication and a high level of commitment.

You bring the following:

• Several years of experience in managing complex programs, transformation initiatives or strategic projects, ideally in the technology, digitalization or AI field.
• Extensive knowledge of program, project and PMO management, as well as a high degree of organizational skills and implementation strength.
• Experience in coordinating different stakeholders and successfully managing cross-functional projects in complex organizational structures.
• Excellent communication and moderation skills, a confident demeanor, and the ability to bring people together, make decisions, and consistently follow up on issues.
• High level of initiative, commitment and assertiveness combined with a pragmatic hands-on mentality, very good English skills and a strong interest in AI and automation.

Here's what we offer you:

We know that our employees are the key to our success, and we are grateful for their dedication. Employees who give their best for us every day should benefit not only from fair compensation but also from attractive employee benefits . We offer a wide range of additional perks – from A for "retirement savings" to Z for "doing sports together." Above all, you'll find an open and team-oriented work environment with us and be part of the DAW family from day one.

• (*) At DAW, people matter. Our people are as diverse as our colors and our brands. Whether age, gender, skin color, origin, language, or religion: we make no distinctions. Anyone who wants to help shape our vision of healthy and sustainable living spaces and contribute to the success story of a long-established family business can become part of the DAW family.

With approximately 6,300 employees and numerous production sites in Germany and abroad, as well as a turnover of €1.58 billion, we are one of the leading corporate groups for paints, coatings, building protection products, and energy-saving external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) in Europe, headquartered in the Rhine-Main region. We are the market leader in both the professional and DIY sectors with our well-known brands Caparol and Alpina. To strengthen our Corporate Strategy team, we are looking for a Strategic AI Program Manager* to

join us as soon as possible. This role offers the possibility of working from home and remotely within Germany for a total of 9 days per month (based on full-time employment).

Here's what you can expect:

• You manage strategic and cross-functional AI and automation programs end-to-end and ensure the successful implementation of the agreed goals.
• You will take on operational program responsibility, structure complex initiatives, define milestones, budgets and timelines, and ensure professional program management.
• You coordinate internal and external stakeholders, partners and service providers, actively drive decisions forward and ensure transparency regarding progress, risks and dependencies.
• You consistently follow up on measures, ensure compliance with agreements, and make sure that strategic initiatives have a lasting impact.
• You act as a central interface between management, specialist departments and project teams, and contribute to the success of AI initiatives through close communication and a high level of commitment.

You bring the following:

• Several years of experience in managing complex programs, transformation initiatives or strategic projects, ideally in the technology, digitalization or AI field.
• Extensive knowledge of program, project and PMO management, as well as a high degree of organizational skills and implementation strength.
• Experience in coordinating different stakeholders and successfully managing cross-functional projects in complex organizational structures.
• Excellent communication and moderation skills, a confident demeanor, and the ability to bring people together, make decisions, and consistently follow up on issues.
• High level of initiative, commitment and assertiveness combined with a pragmatic hands-on mentality, very good English skills and a strong interest in AI and automation.

Here's what we offer you:

We know that our employees are the key to our success, and we are grateful for their dedication. Employees who give their best for us every day should benefit not only from fair compensation but also from attractive employee benefits . We offer a wide range of additional perks – from A for "retirement savings" to Z for "doing sports together." Above all, you'll find an open and team-oriented work environment with us and be part of the DAW family from day one.

• (*) At DAW, people matter. Our people are as diverse as our colors and our brands. Whether age, gender, skin color, origin, language, or religion: we make no distinctions. Anyone who wants to help shape our vision of healthy and sustainable living spaces and contribute to the success story of a long-established family business can become part of the DAW family.