Senior Project Manager (all gender) with proven E2E ERP System Implementation Experience

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

Zusammenfassung

A major European snacks company based in Düsseldorf is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in IT project management. In this role, you will lead the implementation of large-scale IT solutions and ensure effective communication between project teams and stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have 8-10 years of relevant experience and a proven track record in managing ERP implementations. The company offers competitive compensation and values teamwork, encouraging professional development and work-life balance.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifikationen

• 8-10 years work experience in (IT) project management.
• Experience in managing large-scale IT/ERP implementations.
• Experience in leading teams in multiple locations.
• Experience in FMCG and/or Infor is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead project implementation according to management methodology.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including risk management.
• Serve as primary contact between project teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress and manage project issues.
• Coordinate between central delivery team and local implementation teams.

Kenntnisse

Project management methodology

Communication skills

Process improvement

MS Office skills

Leadership

Fluent English

Ausbildung

University degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or similar

Tools

MS Project

Jobbeschreibung

Purpose of the position

Project One is creating new ways of working within the whole Intersnack group by harmonising business processes, which are supported by a common IT solution stack. Currently, a team consisting of more than 20 nationalities and 100+ colleagues is working in the programme to achieve this goal.

The holder of this position will lead a significant part of the ONE template implementation - the template itself consisting of standard ways of working supported by one common Infor-Based IT platform in a set of countries grouped together in an implementation wave.

You will align activities and work plans across multiple teams and drive the delivery of projects according to the pre-defined timings set by the overall programme plan.

Responsibilities

1. Implement projects according to the Intersnack project management methodology including milestone sign-off within scope, time and budget as the leading Project Manager.
2. Develop the project plan from scratch, including risk management, resource allocation, and task prioritization. Ensure completion of all functional and project management deliverables assigned to internal or external consulting resources.
3. Act as the primary point of contact between the Steering Committee and project teams, ensuring clear and effective communication.
4. Monitor and report progress and manage resolution of implementation issues.
5. Ensure alignment with other projects / initiatives on a local scale with an impact on own delivery.
6. Coordinate collaboration between the central delivery team and the local implementation team.

Experience

• 8-10 years work experience in (IT) project management or consulting.
• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or in a similar role, with a focus on the introduction of large-scale IT/ERP systems within an organization (ideally Infor).
• min. 5 years work experience in leading implementations of Infor or similar ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor) as a senior project manager or consultant. Experience in manufacturing, sales, or supply chain management systems is also possible.
• Proven experience in managing implementation or deployment of complex IT templates within an organization.
• Experience in facilitating teams working in multiple locations and in parallel project phases.
• Experience in managing a project team or a sub-project team.
• Leadership of internal and external teams without direct reporting lines.
• FMCG and/or Infor experience is a plus.

Skills

• Consistently seek to improve processes and effectively bring people through change.
• Thorough and reliable way of working.
• Positive "can do" approach.
• High degree of initiative and willingness to go the extra mile where required.
• Strong results orientation and internal drive to get things done.
• Good communication skills verbally and written.
• Sound experience in application of a Project Management Methodology.
• Sound MS Office skills, including MS Project.
• Fluent spoken and written English is a must, any further language spoken within Intersnack is considered a plus.
• Good presentation skills.Influencing skills.

Education

• University degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Administration, or similar qualification (e. g. corresponding military education)

Qualifications (certificates)

• Project Management certifications (e.g. PMI, PRINCE2) would be a plus
• Lean/Six Sigma skills desirable

Willing to travel - expected level of travel of this position is approx. 4 days / week.

About us

Intersnack has become one of Europe's leading savory snacks producers by 'creating happy snacking moments' in people's lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successfully and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2024 was more than €4.5 bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 12 regional Management Units, 45 production sites, and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people worldwide.

What we will offer

An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe's biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.

Thinking responsibly

Acting entrepreneurially

Growing together

Please upload your application documents in English only!

PLEASE NOTE: for non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this post.