Strategic Planning Specialist

G.D S.p.A, a Coesia company; Bologna; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Company policy-based perks

Job summary

G.D S.p.A, part of Coesia, is seeking a transformation program coordinator in Bologna, Italy. The role offers exposure to cross-functional initiatives and interaction with senior leadership, with travel up to 10%.

The position requires about 2–3 years in a similar role, excellent English, and strong stakeholder management and analytical skills. A base salary starts at EUR 44,400 with potential above this minimum according to qualifications and fit.

Qualifications

• About 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Support monitoring and coordination of activities across multiple program workstreams.
• Act as a trusted partner for workstream leaders and facilitate escalation and problem-solving.
• Support performance controlling by monitoring financial and operational targets.
• Contribute to program planning and provide support to strategic initiatives.
• Prepare consolidated reports and management updates for senior leadership.
• Facilitate discussions with workstream leaders and management stakeholders.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize data to support decisions and progress tracking.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Job description

G.D is a leading organization headquartered in Bologna, Italy.

As a key player in the high-tech machineries production, we specialize in cutting-edge technologies, shaping the future of industrial automation.

Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative making and packing solutions, in particular for Modern Oral and Next Generation products.

We strive to continuously expand our offerings and enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

For more detailed information about G.D and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit www.gidi.it.

G.D is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 34 countries with 21 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2026.

About the Role

The role will support the coordination and execution of a large-scale transformation program and offers broad exposure to cross-functional initiatives, business performance monitoring and interaction with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monitoring and coordination of activities across multiple program workstreams, ensuring alignment with overall transformation objectives;
• Act as a trusted partner for workstream leaders, facilitating transparency, issue escalation, and effective problem-solving;
• Support performance controlling activities by monitoring financial and operational targets and tracking progress against key objectives;
• Contribute to program planning and provide dedicated support to strategic and business-critical initiatives;
• Prepare consolidated reports and management updates for senior leadership and Top Management;
• Facilitate and moderate discussions with workstream leaders and management stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment;
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize data to support decision-making and progress tracking across the transformation program.

What You Need to Be Successful

• About 2-3 years of experience in a similar role;
• Excellent command of English;
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact effectively across different organizational levels;
• Analytical mindset combined with a structured and proactive approach to problem-solving;
• High level of adaptability and willingness to work in a dynamic and evolving environment;
• Willingness to travel upon request (10% of the time).
• Strong learning agility and continuous improvement mindset, demonstrating the motivation to challenge the status quo and contribute to organizational development.

Our Offer

Compensation for this role includes a base salary starting from EUR 44.400, in line with experience. The actual offer may exceed this minimum based on the candidate's qualifications and fit for the role.

A range of additional benefits (e.g., insurances, etc.) is also available in accordance with Company policy.

The applicable collective agreement is the CCNL Metalmeccanico.

Join the Team!

Coesia is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fair, merit-based recruitment and assess all candidates exclusively on the basis of their qualifications, skills, experience and suitability for the role.