Digitalization Manager

• Master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in R&D
• Strong leadership and multi-project management capability
• Good understanding of digital transformation in R&D environments, including AI/ML concepts, data analytics, simulation tools, data management systems, and digital process optimization.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement skills
• Fluency in English required

• A dynamic and innovative environment
• Colleagues from all over the world
• Competitive compensation packages
• Equal opportunity employment
• Participation in learning and development activities

Start date: To Be Discussed
Nature: Full-time
For further details contact: hr.rd.eu@apollotyres.com
Location: Colosseum 2, 7521 PT Enschede

Who we are
Apollo Tyres Ltd is an international tyre manufacturer and the leading tyre brand in India. The company has multiple manufacturing units in India and one in Hungary. The company markets its products under its two global brands - Apollo and Vredestein, and its products are available in over 100 countries through a vast network of branded, exclusive and multi-product outlets.

As Digitalization Manager, you will define, lead, and oversee the digital transformation within the R&D organization. The role focuses on building a clear R&D digitalization roadmap, translating business needs into practical digital initiatives. Ensuring that digitalization projects are delivered in line with strategic priorities.

You will play a key role in improving R&D processes, strengthening project governance, enabling data-driven decision-making, and supporting the adoption of digital tools across technical teams. Acting as a bridge between R&D, IT, leadership, and external partners, you will help ensure that digital initiatives create measurable value for product development, simulation capabilities, knowledge sharing, and overall R&D performance.

Objective of the role

Your tasks

• Develop and maintain the R&D digitalization roadmap in line with business needs and strategic priorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve R&D processes through digital tools, AI applications, and data-driven solutions.
• Lead and coordinate digital and AI projects, ensuring they are delivered within scope, timeline, and objectives.
• Monitor project progress, milestones, risks, resources, and deliverables, and report updates to R&D leadership.
• Act as the link between R&D, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment, communication, and successful implementation.