Our Company

"Buying Labs is the leading global partner for sourcing and distributing premium consumer goods!"

We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager - Digital Transformation & Automation (m/f/d) to oversee and drive company-wide transformation initiatives within our fast-growing wholesale organization.

In this role, you’ll act as the key driver and coordinator of digitalization and automation projects — ensuring that processes, people, and technology work together effectively to achieve measurable business outcomes.

You will manage cross-departmental projects that bridge business operations, process improvement, and digital enablement. Working closely with our teams in Logistics, Commercial, and Finance, you will take ownership of strategic initiatives that make Buying Labs more efficient, data-driven, and future-ready.

Your Mission

• Project Management: Lead end-to-end digital transformation projects from initiation to implementation with the support of the tech team. Define project goals, milestones, and success criteria while ensuring effective stakeholder alignment across all levels of the organization.
• Process Optimization & Automation: Identify operational inefficiencies and lead initiatives to optimize and automate workflows across departments. Introduce modern digital tools and scalable automation solutions to improve productivity and reduce manual processes.
• Strategic Transformation Planning: Translate company strategy into concrete project roadmaps and ensure alignment with business objectives. Coordinate cross-functional collaboration and report on progress, risks, and key deliverables.
• Change & Stakeholder Management: Drive cultural and organizational adoption of digital tools and processes. Communicate effectively across teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure smooth project execution through strong leadership and engagement.
• Performance Measurement & Reporting: Define and track KPIs for project success. Provide transparency to management through structured reporting, risk assessments, and improvement recommendations.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Foster an innovation-driven mindset. Identify and evaluate new digital trends (e.g., automation, data analytics, or AI applications) to advance the company’s transformation journey

Your Profile

• 5+ years of experience in project management, ideally within a digitalization, transformation, or process optimization environment.
• Proven success in leading complex, cross-functional projects from concept to completion.
• Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to turn strategic goals into actionable project plans.
• Expertise in change management and stakeholder communication.
• Hands-on experience with automation, ERP systems, or digital platforms.
• Familiarity with agile project methods and digital implementation frameworks.
• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented working style with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with confidence in managing multiple stakeholders.Proven ability to translate business needs into AI solutions
• Passion for digital transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why Us?

• Flat hierarchies and space to grow personally together with the company
• We cover the full cost of your "Deutschlandticket"
• Company smart pension program (bAV - betriebliche Altersvorsorge) with a 30% grant from Buying Labs on the amount you decide to invest
• Partner of "Corporate Benefits"
• You can rent a "Swapfiets" bike ("original" or "deluxe 7") for free
• "JobRad" bike-leasing with additional grant from Buying Labs
• Lunch on Fridays in the office for free + organic vegetables/fruits, drinks, snacks, coffee/tea, ice-cream etc.
• Modern office equipment, e.g. adjustable tables, mobile treadmills, etc.
• 100€ welcome voucher to individualize your workspace in the office
• Last but not least: an awesome Buying Labs team and lots of fun!