Amplifon, a global leader in hearing care, is seeking an experienced Transformation Director to drive strategic, operational, organizational and digital transformations across its operations in Germany. The successful candidate will be responsible for spearheading change management initiatives that enhance the company’s efficiency, innovation, and customer experience while ensuring alignment with global strategies.
As the Transformation Director, you will play a crucial role in driving and overseeing our company-wide transformation initiatives. You will be part of the German Leadership Team and will report directly to the Germany GM. You will collaborate closely with various teams, to ensure the successful implementation of transformation programs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead the overall transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
- Drive and manage the execution of transformation programs, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, drive operational efficiencies, and enhance customer experience.
- Monitor and track program progress, identify risks and issues, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Provide guidance and support to project teams, ensuring the successful delivery of key milestones and outcomes.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and change management, promoting the adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
Requirements:
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in a senior leadership role, with a focus on transformation, change management, or strategic consulting. Experience in the healthcare, retail, or technology sectors is a plus.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Strong understanding of change management principles and methodologies.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams through change.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and engage stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Bilingual: proficiency in English and preferably German is required.
- Mobile and open to travel
We offer you:
- A varied role with direct impact on the development of our specialist stores.
- 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and the option for home office days.
- Diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
- Flat hierarchies, an open feedback culture, and a collegial first-name basis across all levels.
Ready to help people rediscover hearing?
Then apply now and become part of our team!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Master's degree or MBA
- 8+ years of experience in a senior leadership role
- Experience in transformation, change management, or strategic consulting
- Strong understanding of change management principles and methodologies
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Bilingual: proficiency in English and preferably German
- Willingness to travel
Amplifon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amplifon and has not been reviewed or approved by Amplifon.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance-related bonuses and commission structures can meaningfully lift total earnings in some sales and clinic roles. Incentives appear more favorable for high performers where targets are attainable and variable pay is a consistent part of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive in many markets, often including core medical needs and hearing-related care. Added supports such as EAP/psychological counseling and wellness programs broaden the health-and-wellbeing value of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are frequently characterized as generous in parts of Europe, with substantial PTO allowances and additional leave provisions in some locations. Flexibility options such as hybrid arrangements further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
Amplifon Insights
What We Do
As the global leader in the hearing care retail industry, we have been changing the lives of millions of customers across the globe since 1950. With stores and offices spanning across 26 countries and a team of 20,300 dedicated professionals, we take pride in setting the industry standard as we empower people to rediscover all the emotions of sound. Although we are constantly growing, we have the drive of a start-up and are committed to striving for innovation every day. Whatever role our employees take on at Amplifon, they each make more possible - more brands for customers, more support for colleagues, more opportunities for their own careers and more innovative possibilities. We are guided by our values and are motivated by our purpose, ensuring each new day brings opportunities for innovation as we explore new horizons for our business, our customers and each other. At Amplifon, we make more possible. Amplifon operates in: Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Israel, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, UK, United States, and Uruguay. Read our Netiquette and help us create an inclusive environment to interact within: https://corporate.amplifon.com/en/netiquette?formSearchPage=true
