Program Manager – Digital Office
U. S. Steel Košice, s.r.o.
U. S. Steel Košice, Košice-Slovak Republic
full-time
4 800 EUR/monthThe minimum base salary for this position is 4,800 EUR gross per month. Final compensation will depend on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise. In addition to base salary, we provide performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package
Information about the position
Job description, responsibilities and duties
U. S. Steel Košice has been executing a successful digital transformation program for several years, delivering innovative solutions across manufacturing, maintenance, safety, quality, and business functions through digital technologies, analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence.
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the next phase of the company's digital transformation journey.
The position serves as the leader of the Digital Office and acts as the company's focal point for digital transformation, data strategy, and AI adoption. A key responsibility of the role is leading the development and evolution of the enterprise Digital and AI Strategy and Roadmap in alignment with business and corporate objectives.
The role plays a key part in the company's transition toward a data-driven and AI-enabled enterprise. Beyond managing a portfolio of digital initiatives, the successful candidate will help shape how data, analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence are leveraged to improve operational performance, decision making, and long-term competitiveness.
While formally positioned as a Program Manager, the role combines responsibilities typically associated with a Head of Digital Transformation, Digital Office Lead, or Director of Digital & AI in many organizations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and evolution of the enterprise Digital and AI Strategy and Roadmap.
- Lead prioritization and governance of digital, data, analytics, and AI initiatives across production, maintenance, supply chain, and corporate functions.
- Own the Digital Transformation Governance Framework and coordinate Digital Steering Committee activities.
- Drive adoption and scaling of digital and AI solutions, ensuring measurable business value.
- Define business requirements for data platforms, analytics capabilities, AI solutions, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Partner with business leaders, IT, and corporate stakeholders to align priorities, investments, and delivery capabilities.
- Support the transformation toward a data-driven enterprise through data governance, analytics adoption, and AI-enabled ways of working.
- Identify, evaluate, and scale high-value digital and AI use cases delivering measurable operational, financial, and productivity benefits.
- Monitor portfolio performance, strategic KPIs, risks, and transformation progress.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve operational performance and business outcomes.
- Foster a culture of innovation, digital adoption, data literacy, and AI-enabled decision making.
Why Join Us?
- Lead the Digital Office and shape the company's digital, data, and AI transformation agenda.
- Drive strategic initiatives with enterprise-wide impact.
- Help shape the future of Industrial AI, advanced analytics, and digital manufacturing.
- Collaborate with international leadership teams and global stakeholders.
- Access professional development opportunities, conferences, certifications, and flexible work arrangements.
Employee perks, benefits
U. S. Steel is committed to creating rewarding work environments. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to participate in several of our competitive programs, including:
• A Total Rewards package with competitive salaries and benefits with incentive opportunities for employees:
- STIP program - payment based upon the achievement of corporate, unit, and individual performance goals.
- Subsidy for additional pension insurance (The 3rd pension pillar).
- Up déjeuner payment card for cultural, social events, sports activities, and health needs.
- Award for employees who considerably participate in the results achieved by the company
• A focus on career growth and employee development that will establish not just a job, but a career.
• Ongoing training and education to enhance your career opportunities
• Flexible or modified working time
• Work from home (majority of days per week in office are preferred, to improve collaboration within)
• Participation in company activities organized by USSK
• Paid time off on significant life occasions
• Comprehensive Health Care
Requirements for the employee
Minimum education required
Personality requirements and skills
Required
- Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in digital transformation, analytics, AI, technology, or business transformation programs.
- Proven track record of delivering complex cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
- Professional proficiency in English.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, steel, automotive, energy, or similar environments.
- Experience with Industry 4.0, enterprise data platforms, analytics, AI, or digital transformation programs.
- Understanding of OT/IT integration, MES, ERP, SCADA, IIoT, or industrial analytics environments.
- Consulting or transformation office experience is an advantage.
Advertiser
Brief description of the company
U. S. Steel is on an exciting transformational journey to become the iconic corporation — a company set apart from the competition through the talent of our people, the quality of our product, and the strength of our performance.
We are seeking talented, motivated people to help us create the next generation of U. S. Steel, known for consistently out-performing the competition, delivering superior returns, and creating value for our customers as a world-class supplier of innovative steel products and solutions.
U. S. Steel Košice (USSK) is the largest producer of flat rolled steel products in Central Europe. In response to market demands, it supplies a wide product mix: hot and cold rolled coils, plates and strips, hot-dip galvanized sheets, coated and packaging sheets as well as electro-technical sheets. The company also produces spiral welded pipes and radiators from own materials.