Global PMO Manager

Ionway Bv; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 339,847 - 509,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Company car

Life insurance

Medicover Sport card

Prepaid meal card

100% employer-funded training and development programs

Job summary

Ionway Bv is seeking a Global PMO Manager in Wrocław, Poland, to lead strategic initiatives and manage a team of project managers. This role involves overseeing a global portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, and delivering measurable impact. The position offers a full-time flexible hybrid work model, extensive benefits, and an annual performance bonus. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree and over 20 years of relevant experience in PMO leadership in industries such as chemicals or automotive.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive experience in international PMO leadership or consultancy.
• Demonstrated experience in the industrial sector, ideally in chemicals or automotive.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve the Global PMO function.
• Manage and mentor a team of project managers.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of strategic projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Risk Management

Financial Acumen

Education

Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

At IONWAY, our mission is to make sustainable e-mobility accessible to all. A joint venture between PowerCo and Umicore, IONWAY is driving the future of large-scale production of cathode and precursor materials — taking a leading position in the battery value chain.

Backed by the combined expertise of PowerCo and Umicore, we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives. Batteries rely on complex chemical processes and critical raw materials — and at IONWAY, it’s the dedication and diverse talents of our people that bring this technology to life. For us, teamwork isn’t just a value — it’s how we power progress.

IONWAY offers a truly distinctive work environment: the energy and agility of a trailblazing startup, grounded in the stability and experience of two global industry leaders.

Responsibilities

As the Global PMO Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the success of IONWAY’s strategic initiatives. Leading a high-performing team of project managers, you will oversee a global portfolio of key projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering measurable impact. You will also take the lead on select high-priority projects, while establishing and guiding best practices in strategic planning and risk management. This is a unique opportunity to influence the direction of a growing international organization and drive operational excellence at scale.

• Lead and continuously improve the Global PMO function to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence.
• Manage and mentor a team of project managers, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and professional growth.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Personally lead selected high-impact projects, driving cross-functional collaboration and measurable business outcomes.
• Provide governance, oversight, and executive-level reporting across all major initiatives.
• Design, implement, and manage frameworks for strategic planning, project delivery, and risk management.
• Proactively identify risks and roadblocks; implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate regular reviews and decision-making processes for the Board of Directors (BoD) and Board of Management (BoM).
• Define, standardize, and enforce best practices in project and risk management across the organization.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 20+ years of progressive experience in international PMO leadership or consultancy, with a strong track record in project financing and leading high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience in the industrial sector, ideally in chemicals or automotive.
• Expertise in strategic planning, project portfolio management, and risk governance, combined with solid financial and business acumen.
• Proven ability to balance detail orientation with big-picture thinking in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic and results-driven mindset.
• Capable of managing multiple complex projects across geographies and functions.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.
• Strong alignment with IONWAY values.

What do we offer

• Full-time position in a flexible hybrid work model — 3 days in the office, 2 days working remotely.
• Flexible start hours to suit your lifestyle (between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM).
• Annual performance bonus to reward your contribution and impact.
• Extensive benefits package, including: company car, life insurance, Medicover Sport card, prepaid meal card.
• Private medical care with Luxmed for your health and peace of mind.
• 100% employer-funded training and development programs to support your career growth and certification goals.
• A unique chance to co-create the culture and environment of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.