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Head of Digital Product Line - Technology and Finance

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Master's or bachelor's degree in business, IT, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of senior leadership experience in digital transformation, product management, or IT.
  • Proven experience managing a digital portfolio within R&D, Procurement, Technology, or Finance.
  • Knowledge or experience in Finance platforms, ESG, P2P/S2C, or Lab Automation is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Set the vision and strategy by developing and executing a digital roadmap for Technology and Finance to deliver value and growth.
  • Own and expand the digital portfolio across its full lifecycle, ensuring alignment with customer needs, market trends, and technological advancements.
  • Drive innovation and transformation by introducing AI, data, and automation to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
  • Lead a global, high-performing team and partner across functions to scale digital solutions and ensure execution.

About the company

Hempel A/S logo

Hempel A/S

Chemical Manufacturing

As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company with strong values, working with customers in the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Hempel factories, R&D centres and stock points are established in every region. Hempel’s paints and coatings protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers’ businesses. They help minimise maintenance costs, improve aesthetics and increase energy efficiency. At Hempel, our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions. We firmly believe that we will succeed as a business only if we place sustainability at our heart. Not only is it the right thing to do, it will strengthen our competitive position, make ourselves more resilient and reduce our risk. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915. It is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which ensures a solid economic base for the Hempel Group and supports cultural, social, humanitarian and scientific purposes around the world.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryChemical Manufacturing
Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

Do You want to Build a Career with Responsible Impact?   

Are you ready to lead global digital transformation in Technology & Finance? As Head of Digital Product Line, you will take ownership of a strategic digital portfolio, shaping cutting-edge solutions that drive customer value, operational excellence, and industry leadership. This is your opportunity to lead a global team and set the direction for how digital innovation fuels our success. 

What will your responsibilities include? 

  • Set the vision & strategy – Lead the development and execution of a digital roadmap tailored to Technology & Finance, ensuring it delivers business value and accelerates growth. 

  • Own and expand the digital portfolio – Oversee the entire lifecycle of digital products, ensuring continuous evolution and alignment with customer needs, market trends, and technological advancements. 

  • Drive innovation & transformation – Introduce cutting-edge solutions that leverage AI, data, and automation to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. 

  • Deliver real impact – Govern digital initiatives through a structured stage-gate process, ensuring resources are optimized and projects deliver meaningful, measurable business outcomes. 

  • Lead a global team – Inspire and develop a high-performing, globally distributed team to push the boundaries of digital excellence, ensuring strong collaboration and execution. 

  • Build strategic partnerships – Work cross-functionally with senior stakeholders, commercial teams, and external vendors to scale digital solutions globally and secure industry leadership. 

  • Ensure operational excellence – Manage budgets, vendor contracts, and digital investments, ensuring cost efficiency, security, and long-term value creation. 

Have You Got What We’re Looking For? 
In this high-impact role, you will define and execute a bold digital vision, developing and scaling products that redefine our industry. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, commercial teams, IT, and external partners to ensure our digital solutions create measurable business impact and position Hempel at the forefront of digital excellence. Additionally, you bring: 

  • Master’s or bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or a related field. 

  • 10+ years of senior leadership experience in digital transformation, product management, or IT. 

  • Proven experience in managing a digital portfolio within R&D or Procurement or Technology, or Finance. 

  • Knowledge or experience in Finance platforms , ESG, P2P/S2C, or Lab Automation is a significant advantage. 

  • Visionary mindset, with a track record of delivering game-changing digital solutions. 

  • Strategic and commercial acumen, able to translate business needs into powerful digital strategies. 

  • Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to build, inspire, and develop high-performing global teams. 

  • Expertise in digital innovation, automation, and data-driven decision-making. 

Does this sound like a match? 
Welcome to apply! Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment systemFinal deadline for applications is 11 April 2025.  

 

Global career possibilities 

At Hempel, we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross-functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development. 

Join a global company where employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in everything they do. With business in mind and people at heart, we always work together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our growth journey and of a great global family. 

Application due

2025-04-11

Seniority Level

Director

Job Functions

Information Technology

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. 

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. 

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents,  we can achieve great things, together.

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