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Innovation Strategy Associate

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About Körber GmbH Körber is a global technology group with deep industrial expertise and a strong passion for innovation. Within our Group Innovation Function, we shape and steer the central innovation roadmap, advancing Körber’s strategic pillars : Automated, Intelligent, and Regenerative (AIR) technologies.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated professional to work closely with the Head of Innovation Initiatives. This role involves supporting the operationalization of Körber’s innovation roadmap and helping to coordinate its execution across our Business Areas and Centers of Excellence (COEs).

This is a role with both high visibility and impact—perfect for someone with 2–4 years of experience, a strategic way of thinking, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach. You will play a meaningful part in shaping our innovation efforts through research, preparing executive-level materials, and supporting cross-functional initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Head of Innovation Initiatives to translate Körber’s Innovation Vision into actionable projects.
• Prepare engaging presentations, reports, and communications for senior stakeholders, including board-level audiences.
• Research emerging technologies, market trends, and strategic themes.
• Monitor progress of initiatives and support governance reporting (KPIs, timelines, outcomes).
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to gather inputs and ensure alignment.
• Develop frameworks, templates, and playbooks to bring consistency to processes.
• Support pilot planning, prototype testing, and content creation with a hands-on approach.

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