Job Description

Unlock Your Potential: A Rewarding Career with Bosch Rexroth India

Bosch Group is more than 139 years old organization, head quartered in Germany, active across diverse sectors including Automotive, Industrial, Consumer Goods, and Energy & Building Technology.

Bosch in India is operating since 1951 through its 11 legal entities with 17 manufacturing sites and 7 development centers, including its largest development center outside Germany, with 39,000+ associates and net revenue of 373,457 mINR (FY 2024-25).

Bosch Rexroth is one of the subsidiaries of Bosch Group and is a leading expert in drive and control technologies. Under the brand name of Rexroth (more than 231 years old Brand), employing 40000+ employees across Globe. The company provides cutting-edge automation solutions, software, and services that enable businesses to operate more efficiently while accelerating digital transformation and sustainability.

Bosch Rexroth India is a 100% subsidiary of Bosch Rexorth AG with INR 2200+ Crores turnover (FY 2024-25) and 2000 employees.

Bosch Rexroth India supplies tailored drive and control solutions across three key sectors: Mobile Applications, Industrial Applications, and Factory Automation:

• Industrial & Mobile Hydraulics: Market-leading pumps, valves, cylinders, and power units.
• Electric Drives & Controls: Next-gen ctrlX AUTOMATION open ecosystem and IoT gateways for smart factories.
• Linear Motion & Assembly: Modular conveyor systems ( Vario Flow plus), screw drives, and ergonomic workstations.
• Mobile Robotics & Tightening: Automated guided vehicles ( ACTIVE Shuttle) and precision cordless tools ( NEXO) for automotive and heavy manufacturing.

We are deeply committed to employee development, well-being and fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment where you can work on advanced technologies and make a meaningful impact. If you're a promising and dynamic professional, we invite you to explore a long-term and rewarding career with us.

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The IT Functional Head for Digital Transformation & S/4HANA at DCIN is a highly strategic and visionary leader responsible for spearheading the organization's digital transformation journey, with a particular focus on leveraging the S/4HANA platform as the digital core. This role drives significant change across business processes, technology landscapes, and organizational culture. This position requires exceptional leadership, deep technical and business acumen, and a proven ability to deliver impactful digital change at scale within a global, diversified enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Digital Transformation Strategy & Vision:

• Define and articulate a compelling digital transformation strategy for the assigned organization, aligning with DC global IT vision and business unit objectives.
• Identify and prioritize key digital initiatives (beyond just SAP) that drive significant business value, process optimization, and enhanced customer experiences.
• Act as a change agent, inspiring and guiding the organization through digital adoption and cultural shifts.
• Continuously monitor technological trends (e.g., AI, IoT, Cloud, Automation, Analytics) and assess their applicability to DC digital transformation agenda.

2. SAP S/4HANA as Digital Core Enabler:

• Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and optimization of S/4HANA as the core ERP backbone for digital transformation.
• Drive the adoption of S/4HANA best practices, Fiori-first approach, and embedded analytics to unlock new levels of business insight and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the architectural design and governance of the S/4HANA landscape, ensuring its scalability, security, and integration capabilities for future digital innovations.

3. Solution Architecture & Delivery Excellence:

• Lead the design and delivery of integrated digital solutions, ensuring they are robust, user-centric, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Manage a complex portfolio of digital transformation projects, including major S/4HANA programs, ensuring disciplined execution, budget adherence, and risk mitigation.
• Foster strong collaboration between business and IT teams throughout the solution lifecycle.

4. Leadership & Organizational Change Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of IT and transformation professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and adaptability.
• Drive organizational change management efforts related to digital transformation, ensuring stakeholder buy-in, user adoption, and skill development across the enterprise.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior business leaders, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in defining the digital future.
• Champion knowledge sharing and best practices across DC global IT and business communities.

5. Ecosystem & Partnership Development:

• Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic partnerships with technology vendors, system integrators, and digital innovators to accelerate transformation efforts.
• Leverage DC internal and external ecosystems to source talent, solutions, and insights for digital initiatives.
• Represent Bosch at industry forums and events, sharing insights and learning from leading digital practitioners.

6. IT Governance, Security & Performance:

• Ensure all digital transformation initiatives and S/4 HANA operations adhere to DC global IT standards, cybersecurity policies, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, DPDPA), and compliance requirements.
• Manage the IT budget for digital transformation, optimizing investments and demonstrating clear value realization.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of digital transformation efforts.

7. IT Infrastructure Planning, Support & Management

8. Local Web Application Management & Coordination

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering,

Experience:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology, with at least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles driving significant IT and business transformation initiatives within a large, global enterprise.
• Proven track record of successfully leading major digital transformation programs, demonstrating tangible business outcomes.
• Extensive and hands-on experience with SAP ERP, with a mandatory focus on SAP S/4 HANA implementations, migrations, or major upgrade projects.
• Strong understanding of related SAP technologies (e.g., SAP BTP, Fiori, Analytics Cloud, Ariba, SuccessFactors) and their integration capabilities.
• Experience in leveraging emerging technologies (AI/ML, IoT, Cloud platforms, Automation) to drive digital innovation and improve business processes.
• Demonstrated success in managing large, complex IT budgets and strategic vendor relationships.
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed, and culturally diverse environment, ideally within manufacturing industry.

Skills & Competencies:

Strategic & Transformational Leadership:

• Visionary leader with the ability to define and communicate a compelling digital future.
• Exceptional change management and influencing skills, capable of driving adoption across all organizational levels.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex business challenges into effective digital and SAP S/4HANA solutions.

Results Orientation & Agility:

• A relentless focus on delivering measurable business value and achieving strategic objectives.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to rapidly changing business and technology landscapes.
• Strong program management skills, with experience in agile, waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.