Project Manager

Permobil; Rungis; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in advanced rehabilitation technology is seeking a Project Manager for a 9-month consultant role in Rungis, France. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience managing complex projects, with strong operational focus and stakeholder management skills. Fluency in both French and English is essential. Key responsibilities include coordinating project activities, preparing reports for the Steering Committee, and tracking milestones. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management with a strong operational focus.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of supporting delivery of complex projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor daily project activities across multiple workstreams.
• Prepare Steering Committee materials and ensure follow-up on decisions.
• Track milestones and deliverables, driving execution and escalating deviations.

Skills

Fluency in French

Excellent command of English

Operational mindset

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Management, or related field

Tools

Project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum)

Job description

Overview

PROJECT MANAGER

Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions. At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

Position Overview

As a Project Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of projects by driving day-to-day coordination and keeping multiple workstreams aligned and on track. With a strong operational focus, you will oversee progress, support workstream leads, and ensure that plans, timelines, and key deliverables are consistently maintained and delivered. Acting as a central point of coordination, you will build strong relationships with stakeholders across functions and provide clear, structured communication to the Steering Committee and key decision-makers. Your ability to create clarity in a dynamic environment will be essential in keeping momentum and ensuring smooth project delivery. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional settings. Fluency in both English and French is key to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders. This is a 9-month temporary consultant / contractor role, based in Paris (Rungis), with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor daily project activities across multiple workstreams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
• Translate project plans into clear actions, timelines, and expectations, and follow up with workstream leads
• Consolidate progress, risks, and dependencies into a clear overall project view and proactively address bottlenecks
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure clear, consistent communication across teams
• Act as the main point of contact and support alignment, collaboration, and change management efforts
• Prepare Steering Committee materials, reporting, and ensure follow-up on decisions and actions
• Track milestones and deliverables, driving execution and escalating deviations when needed
• Manage and coordinate risks, issues, and dependencies across workstreams to ensure effective resolution

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project management with a strong operational focus, ideally in an international context.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of supporting delivery of complex projects on time and within scope and budget.
• Professional project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum) is an asset but not mandatory.
• Experience in the medical device retail business or a closely related healthcare sector is a strong advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Languages: Native or near native fluency in French and excellent command of English (written and spoken).
• Operational mindset: Strong bias for execution, attention to detail, and ability to “make things happen” in day-to-day operations.
• Stakeholder management: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, manage expectations, and handle sensitive discussions.
• Communication: Clear, structured communicator able to adapt messages to different audiences (operational teams, management, Steering Committee).
• Organization & planning: Strong organizational skills; comfortable managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and workstreams simultaneously.
• Problem-solving: Proactive, solution-oriented approach; comfortable making recommendations based on data and facts.

Why is Permobil the next step for you?

• You’ll make a difference. Every day. Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.
• You’ll make your mark as part of our future. We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.
• You’ll feel welcome from day one. We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone at Permobil cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

Application Process

We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today or before April 15th at the latest!

Permobil is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

For more information about the position, please contact Sharon Notarfrancesco, People & Culture Business Partner, [e-mail]

For information about the recruitment process, please contact Zivile Mitkute, Talent Acquisition Partner, [e-mail]

Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers.

More About Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs. Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2 000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.