Digital Operations Process Engineer

Location: Poviglio

ZAPI GROUP   has been engineering the transition to an all-electric future and is a global leader in electrification, thanks to its deep expertise in system integration and its highly integrated product portfolio, which includes motion controllers, electric motors, high-frequency battery chargers, and autonomous navigation software for fully electric and hybrid vehicles.
Today, ZAPI GROUP employs more than 1,700 people worldwide, generates annual revenues exceeding USD 700 million, and has a strong international presence with 18 locations across 13 countries, including Italy, Canada, the United States, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, and China.
For our HQ in Poviglio (RE), we are looking for a   Digital Operations Process Engineer   , reporting to the Logistics Manager.

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Job Purpose
For our Headquarters, we are looking for a   Digital Operations Process Engineer   who will join the Operations Department and report directly to the   Group Logistics Manager   . The role will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing Operations processes (logistics, production planning, and production execution), integrating physical processes and information systems in line with the company's strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of the Operations area, with a strong focus on digitalization and Group best practices. They will also play a key role in the implementation of the Group's new   SAP S/4

HANA   platform, a transformation program launched in 2023 and currently being rolled out internationally.
This is a key position within a structured organization undergoing significant digital transformation, offering the opportunity to take a leading role in process transformation and Operations digitization projects within a highly technological and international environment.

Key Responsibilities
Analyze and translate   Business Operations requirements   (Logistics, Planning, Production) into standardized and scalable Group-wide solutions.
Take a leading role in   Digital Transformation projects   acting as Operations Process Specialist for SAP S/4

HANA initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Map   AS-IS and TO-BE processes   across manufacturing sites and align them with the SAP S/4

HANA Global Template.
Act as a bridge between Business and IT, managing requirements, gap analyses, and solution design together with consulting partners.
Support   SAP PP / MES rollout activities   , including testing, data migration, system configuration, cut-over, and go-live.
Drive   KPI monitoring and post go-live continuous improvement   initiatives through a proactive, data-driven approach.
Promote and standardize Operations best practices across Group manufacturing sites.
Support training activities and   change management   initiatives to ensure adoption of standardized processes and digital solutions across Group sites.

Candidate Profile
We are looking for a talented   Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electronic Engineer   with  3-7 years of experience   in Operations within structured and complex manufacturing environments.
The ideal candidate has worked in   capital-intensive, technology-driven organizations   ; however, experience gained in labor-intensive environments and/or consulting firms will also be highly valued, especially where it has enabled the development of an end-to-end process perspective, a fast learning capability, and a strong results-oriented mindset.

Key Skills
End-to-end Operations:
Logistics, Planning (APS), Production, MES.
Demand & Supply Planning:
Forecasting, order confirmation, material and capacity planning.
Production Execution:
Order tracking, traceability, routings, and standard times management.
Lean Manufacturing / TPS / WCM and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
APS & MES systems; knowledge of   SAP PP / EWM / EM   is considered a plus.
Fluent English, with the ability to operate effectively in international environments.
Willingness to travel nationally, across Europe, and outside the EU within a highly international and…