Program Manager - People & Organization Transformation (m/f/d)

PSI Software AG; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

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Zusammenfassung

PSI Software AG in Berlin (home office optional) leads a major P&O transformation. We seek an experienced Program Manager to run a multi-phased initiative focusing on the German market, governance, and HR systems modernization.

You will work with HR leadership, Works Councils, and stakeholders to implement a new operating model, downsizing steps where needed, and harmonize employment conditions in compliance with German law.

Qualifikationen

• German labor law knowledge with hands-on experience managing downsizing and social dialogue with Works Councils.
• Strong project management skills with PMP/PRINCE2 preferred.
• Experience with HRMS/HR systems (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and HR tech processes.
• Fluent in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the P&O transformation program on time and within scope.
• Drive target operating model implementation and organizational rightsizing.
• Oversee harmonization of employment conditions in line with German labor law.
• Manage stakeholders including HR leadership, business units, and Works Councils.
• Apply structured governance and coordinate HR systems upgrades.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Bilingual German/English

Ausbildung

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Tools

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

Jobbeschreibung

• Berlin, Homeoffice optional, throughout Germany

The PSI Group develops software products for optimizing the flow of energy and materials for utilities and industry. As an independent software producer with more than 2,300 employees, PSI has been a technology leader since 1969 for process control systems that ensure sustainable energy supply, production and logistics by combining AI methods with industrially proven optimization methods. The innovative industry products can be operated on-premises or in the cloud.

Tasks inspiring you

PSI is embarking on a significant business transformation initiative, and we are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Program Manager to join our People & Organization (P&O) team. This is a critical, hands-on role responsible for leading and executing a complex, multi-phasedtransformation program with a focus on German market.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Execution: Lead the end-to-end delivery of our P&O transformation program, ensuring all milestones and objectives are met on time and within scope.

Operating Model Implementation: Drive the execution of a new target operating model, including organizational rightsizing (RIFs), and other optimization measures.

Labor Relations & Harmonization of Employment Conditions: Oversee the implementation of harmonized works agreements concerning employment conditions, ensuring full compliance with German labor law.

Stakeholder Management: Act as the key liaison between HR leadership, business stakeholders, and Works Councils. Manage communications effectively to ensure alignment and manage expectations across all levels of the organization.

Project Governance: Apply a structured project management methodology to track progress, manage dependencies, and proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues. Provide regular, clear updates to the leadership team.

HR Systems & Automation: Partner with technology teams to manage the upgrade and integration of HRMS / HR systems that support the transformation.

Phase-Specific Responsibilities:

Phase 1 (Immediate Focus): Execute reduction in force (RIF) and optimization measures, tasks related to offices consolidation, implementation of new and harmonized works agreements.

Phase 2: Support the long-term transformation of the People function to align with the new business structure.

Qualifications that inspire us

German Labor Law: Knowledge of German employment and labor law, with specific, hands-on experience managing downsizing/RIF processes and social dialog with Works Councils.

Project Management: Demonstrated mastery of project management principles. PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly preferred.

Technical Skills: Knowledge / experience with HRMS/HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and an understanding of HR technology-enabled processes.

Language: Fluency in both German and English is mandatory.

Stakeholder Influence: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build trust in a complex matrix organization.

Mindset: A true ownership mentality with the ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and drive results with a strong sense of urgency.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's future during a pivotal time.

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