Program Manager (d/f/m)

TK Elevator; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health promotion activities

Flexible working hours

Competitive compensation

Individual training and support

Modern workplaces

Subsidized meals

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology company in Düsseldorf is seeking a Program Manager for complex ERP/CRM transformation programs across Europe Africa. The successful candidate will manage the entire process, ensure alignment with stakeholders, and drive program success. This full-time position requires a degree, over 8 years of experience in large-scale transformations, and a solid understanding of ERP/CRM systems. The role offers modern workplaces and a flexible work environment.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of experience in large-scale ERP and/or CRM transformation programs.
• Proven track record in managing complex, multi-year global or regional programs.
• Experience steering system integrators and external vendors.

Aufgaben

• Act as the single point of contact for Program Sponsors across the region.
• Prepare and lead SteerCo meetings, including reporting and decision papers.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities for ERP/CRM template design.

Kenntnisse

Solid understanding of ERP/CRM architectures

Strong communication skills

Ability to balance global standards with local business needs

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Jobbeschreibung

Who we are

The Business Unit Europe Africa is one of the largest of TK Elevator's Business Units. Its Regional Business Support Center is in Dusseldorf, Germany, from where it coordinates activities in 20+ countries, as well a distributor network in Africa. This unit handles the sale, installation, servicing and modernization of elevators, escalators and moving walks. In select markets, the portfolio also includes home lifts and the service of automatic doors. TK Elevator achieved worldwide sales of €9.2 billion in fiscal year 2024/2025. With around 50,000 employees, 25,000 service technicians, and over 1,000 support centers across the globe, we are driven by what moves people. TKE - Move Beyond.

What we expect

As Program Manager, you take end‑to‑end responsibility for complex, multi‑year ERP/CRM transformation programs across Europe Africa. You act as the central point of contact for program sponsors and ensure alignment between business, IT, and external partners.

Program Leadership & Governance

• Act as single point of contact for Program Sponsors across the Europe Africa region
• Co‑manage overall program plan, timeline, budget, and vendor deliverables together with the external system integrator
• Prepare and lead SteerCo meetings, including reporting, decision papers, and escalation topics

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Ensure alignment across central functions, operating units, IT, external vendors, and country leadership
• Steer and challenge external partners on proposed solutions and delivery quality
• Confidently facilitate decision‑making with senior executives

Transformation & Rollout Execution

• Coordinate cross‑functional and country activities for ERP/CRM/FSM template design
• Facilitate design workshops and validate vendor deliverables
• Build, drive, and execute the rollout roadmap, sequencing countries and deployment waves
• Manage risks, dependencies, and issues with clear mitigation and escalation paths

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following qualifications:

Educational Background

• A degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Experience

• 8+ years of experience in large‑scale ERP and/or CRM transformation programs
• Proven track record in managing complex, multi‑year global or regional programs
• Experience steering system integrators and external vendors

Skills

• Solid understanding of ERP/CRM architectures, integrations, master data, and workflows
• Strong communication skills, calm under pressure, structured and politically aware
• Ability to balance global standards with local business needs

Languages

• Fluent in English
• German and/or French are a plus

Personal Attributes

• High degree of independence in managing task areas within general target guidelines.
• A proactive, "maintenance-oriented" mindset focused on stability and continuous process optimization.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote or decentralized team setup.

What we offer

• Health and Safety -Highest standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities
• Flexibility -We support, for example, through flexible yet regulated working hours and remote working options
• Compensation & pension - Fair working conditions, competitive compensation, following "Collective Agreements" and support with pension schemes
• Collaboration & diversity -Collegiality is of huge importance - we treat everyone with respect and appreciation
• Development -Individual support to help you get started in your new job as well as training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally
• Creative leeway -We offer an environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no‑blame‑culture
• Sustainability -We act with responsibility and environmental awareness
• Work environment -We have modern workplaces and IT equipment, subsidized lunchtime meals in the canteen, free parking and discounted public transport tickets

Additional information

At TK Elevator, we aim to embrace diversity and welcome everyone -no matter the ethnicity, nationality, gender or gender expression, age, social background, religion or world belief, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Do you have a disability and would like to work with us? Then we look forward to your application!

As a signatory of the Charter of Diversity, TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice‑free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. Although we are not completely barrier‑free yet, we are working every day to improve ourselves. Let's overcome barriers together and work on individual solutions that work for you.

Contact

The advertised position is a full‑time position.

Please apply online in English, including your notice period and salary expectations.

Alexandra Dreger

Talent Acquisition

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