IT Program Manager

GeekSoft Consulting; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging, innovative environment

Opportunities for learning

Job summary

A tech consulting firm in Eindhoven is seeking a Program Manager to lead enterprise-level programs, bridging business and IT. The ideal candidate has a degree in IT or Business and proven experience in managing cross-functional initiatives. Responsibilities include developing program plans, overseeing budgets, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. Join a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading cross-functional and cross-sector programs.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, execution, and governance of enterprise-level programs.
• Develop and drive program plans and roadmaps aligning with strategy.
• Oversee resource planning and budget forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Program Manager to lead the design, execution, and governance of enterprise-level programs. This role is pivotal in bridging business and IT perspectives, driving alignment across sectors, and delivering high-impact outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.


• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.


• Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.


• Be a productive member of the team.

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.


• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.


• Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.


• Be a productive member of the team.

Requirements

• Program Manager to lead the design, execution, and governance of enterprise-level programs.


• This role is pivotal in bridging business and IT perspectives, driving alignment across sectors, and delivering high-impact outcomes.


• Develop and drive program plans and roadmaps that align with organizational strategy and governance models


• Lead the governance and delivery of large-scale programs using fit-for-purpose methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)


• Establish, apply, and monitor program management standards across diverse business domains


• Define and negotiate program scope and deliverables, ensuring effective integration across strategic initiatives


• Translate complex business needs into innovative, technology-driven solutions


• Oversee resource planning and budget forecasting to ensure optimal utilization


• Define project roles, responsibilities, and ensure compliance with governance structures


• Build and execute effective stakeholder engagement strategies, securing alignment and executive sponsorship


• Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies, with appropriate mitigation and recovery plans


• Lead program reviews, reporting, and ensure informed decision-making at key milestones


• Drive benefit realization, ensuring tangible business value and measurable impact


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field


• Proven experience leading cross-functional and cross-sector programs, ideally in technical, industrial, and multicultural environments


• In-depth knowledge of corporate functions (Finance, HR, Legal, etc.) and related business processes


• Demonstrated success in managing complex stakeholder ecosystems and enterprise-level change initiatives


• Strategic thinker with the ability to connect the dots between technology and business strategy


• Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels


• Ability to navigate ambiguity and change, providing clarity and direction in uncertain environments


• Curious, innovative, and passionate about emerging technologies and transformation


• Proven ability to challenge conventional thinking, propose new ideas, and drive alignment across diverse teams


• Business-savvy and technically fluent—able to translate complex technical concepts into business value

Benefits

• A challenging, innovating environment.


• Opportunities for learning where needed.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting