Digital Transformation Specialist (Zoetermeer - Fulltime)

As a Digital Transformation Specialist, you lead and implement digital initiatives that improve operational performance in our Zoetermeer factory. You act as the connector between operations, engineering, IT/OT, and automation to ensure solutions are not only designed, but successfully adopted on the shopfloor. 

You will work on scaling Industry 4.0 solutions, strengthening data-driven decision-making, and embedding sustainable digital ways of working across the plant. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects that improve manufacturing performance
• Translate business needs into practical digital solutions together with stakeholders and ensure successful deployment on the shopfloor 
• Implement and scale solutions in data analytics, connected shopfloor, and automation 
• Drive adoption by embedding solutions into daily operations and standard ways of working together with OT and automation teams
• Coordinate external partners for automation, robotics and digital solution implementation 

You will fit in this position if you are:

• A pragmatic and structured digital professional who thrives in complex and evolving environments
• Comfortable working close to the shopfloor and collaborating with manufacturing teams
• Strong in project management and execution, with a proven ability to deliver end-to-end implementations
• Experienced in digital, engineering, or process improvement roles within a manufacturing context
• Skilled in stakeholder management, able to align different teams and work effectively with external vendors and system integrators
• Knowledgeable in data, analytics, and digital manufacturing solutions
• Familiar with OT environments (such as PLC, SCADA, MES) and industrial data or system interfaces
• Interested in or exposed to automation, robotics, and industrial systems 
• Able to structure initiatives and bring clarity in unstructured or complex environments
• Hands-on, solution-driven, and accountable for delivering results
• Curious and eager to learn new technologies
• Exposure (or willingness to learn) in integration tools such as OPC, Kepware or similar
• Understanding of Lean or continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. IWS)
• Exposure to Agile, Scrum or PMP methodologies is a plus

At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible” and is B Corp certified. Our Supply Point in Zoetermeer is part of Danone Specialized Nutrition, and has been a cornerstone in Zoetermeer for over 125 years. We produce vital liquid medical nutrition that is exported to over 80 countries worldwide, supporting consumers and patients, starting from early life nutrition to adult frailty.

We offer:

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions.

What's next:

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 14 July 2026. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.

We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA. 

Need more information? Please contact Yvette Notenboom, Talent Specialist via yvette.notenboom@danone.com.

* All applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or any other protected status.

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