By creating bearings and solutions for everything from industrial applications to vehicles, SKF plays an essential role in our everyday lives. In Q4 2026, SKF intends to spin off its Automotive business and list it as a separate company under the name of SKF Vertevo. A company created to support the future of the automotive market, and to co-drive the future of mobility faster.

This role will be a part of that new company. Would you like to join us, and move people further?

Autonomous Factory Program Manager - SKF Automotive Business

We are looking for an experienced and visionary (Global) Autonomous Factory Program Manager in Italy to lead one of the most ambitious manufacturing transformation programs in our organization.

This role will drive the evolution from traditional manufacturing towards highly autonomous operations through robotics, AI, digital manufacturing technologies, and advanced automation.

You will work at the intersection of Operations, Engineering, Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence,



coordinating global teams and leading pilot implementations that will define the future manufacturing model of our company.

If you are excited by the opportunity to shape the factories of tomorrow, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on a global scale.

What you can expect in the role
Lead the global Autonomous Factory transformation roadmap.
Coordinate pilot implementations across multiple manufacturing sites.
Drive automation, robotics and AI initiatives.
Collaborate with factory leadership and technology partners.
Build business cases and investment strategies.
Scale successful solutions globally.

You will enjoy working here if you have
A strong manufacturing background.
Experience leading complex international programs and transformation initiatives.
Experience within automation, robotics and digital manufacturing.
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
A passion for innovation and driving change.
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