Senior Project Manager - Operations & Supply Strategy

Veluxpolska; Gniezno; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic projects in Gniezno and Namysłów, Poland, or Fertőd, Hungary. The role involves transforming project opportunities into actionable initiatives, focusing on digitalization and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, relevant project management certification, and solid experience in complex global project management. This position offers the chance to work in an international team and contribute to significant advancements in Operations & Supply.

Benefits

Exciting opportunities for growth

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in leading complex global projects in manufacturing or supply chain.
• Skilled in scope definition, planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead global strategic projects on behalf of the Operations & Supply Leadership Team.
• Transform project opportunities into well-defined initiatives.
• Oversee the implementation of a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Collaborative mindset

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Project management certification (e.g., IPMA D/C, PRINCE2)

Job description

Senior Project Manager page is loaded## Senior Project Managerremote type: Hybridlocations: Ul. Sloneczna 29 Gniezno: Ul. Olesnicka 12 Namyslow: Malom Köz. 1 Fertödtime type: Cały etatposted on: Opublikowano wczorajjob requisition id: R1069438We are pleased to announce the launch of our recruitment for two open positions within the Operations & Supply Strategy & Portfolio Management Office. We are looking for two Senior Project Managers, to be based at one of our manufacturing sites in Poland (Gniezno / Namysłów) or Hungary (Fertőd).The Strategy & Portfolio Management Office (PMO) plays a central role in guiding the transformation of our global Operations & Supply organization. We are responsible for strategic alignment, leading key transformation projects, and managing our strategic project portfolio. Our international team is primarily based in Denmark, but we are now expanding our presence in Poland and Hungary as well.**What You'll Be Doing**As a Senior Project Manager, you will:* Lead global strategic projects on behalf of the Operations & Supply Leadership Team.* Turn ideas into action by transforming project opportunities into well-defined initiatives with clear goals, resources, timelines, and risk assessments.* Focus on transformation areas such as digitalization, productivity, and operational efficiency.* Contribute to our strategic foundation, helping to shape the evolving Strategy & PMO function and its offerings.Examples of upcoming projects include:* Supporting the selection and roll-out of a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across all sites.* Facilitating a program to increase automation on existing machinery and production lines across our global supply chain* Overseeing the global implementation of a standard training room concept, ensuring continuous learning and operational excellence across all factories**What We’re Looking For**We’re looking for professionals who combine a strategic mindset with a practical approach. You likely bring:* Solid experience in leading complex global projects within manufacturing or supply chain environments with experience from consulting or a global project management office* A project management toolkit, including scope definition, planning, budgeting, and execution.* Skilled in analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to structure and execute large-scale initiatives.* A natural ability to engage with senior leaders, while collaborating with colleagues across all levels—from shop floor to executive level.* A collaborative and inclusive mindset, motivated to contribute to a supportive team culture.* Experience managing cross-functional and geographically distributed teams (e.g. production, quality, IT).* Financial acumen to develop and present compelling business cases.* Fluency in English, both written and spoken.* A relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.* A valid project management certification (e.g. IPMA D/C, PRINCE2).**What We Offer*** By joining VELUX, you will become part of a Danish, value-driven company with a focus on people and quality.* By joining Strategy & Portfolio Management Office (PMO), you will be working within an international team based across three countries.* Our team offers exciting opportunities to be part of! Your scope will be global, covering all VELUX production sites. You’ll have the chance to collaborate across multiple functions and areas — and get to know them!* Benefits may vary depending on the country of employment. More details will be shared during the recruitment process.If you are interested in contributing to advancements in Operations & Supply, we would like to hear from you. Let’s build something remarkable—together.