Digital Transformation Project Manager

The Bata Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers and retailers of quality footwear. A global concern with more than 30,000 employees, 24 production facilities, over 5,000 stores in more than 70 countries, Bata has been providing the best shoes at the best prices, backed by unparalleled service, for 120 years. Since its founding in 1894 by Thomas Bata, the company has demonstrated its commitment to responsible and innovative business models, emphasizing that capital includes people, knowledge, and core values. This approach has helped the company meet challenges with creativity and foresight, earning trust from customers, employees, and communities.

Today, Bata's decentralized production system, with semi-autonomous regional facilities guided by three regional business units, allows quick adaptation to market changes and growth opportunities. The company also values cultural and national differences, functioning as a local company in every country it serves.

Within the Information Technology department in Padova, the Digital Transformation Project Manager will be involved in the Group's worldwide Digital Omnichannel Transformation Program.

Reporting to the Digital Transformation Manager, this role will coordinate the implementation of digital touchpoints projects and their rollout across various countries and regions (including Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific).

• 4 to 9 years of experience in IT Project Management roles
• Good knowledge of retail operations and e-commerce
• Proven experience managing projects in multicultural, global environments
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams to design, deliver, test, and roll out the Omnichannel Transformation program in each country
• Manage project schedules, address deviations, and communicate status, issues, risks, and activities to stakeholders
• Gather and formalize project requirements
• Prioritize based on user needs, working closely with the Central Core team and local stakeholders for alignment
• Maintain effective communication and relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Document project activities and decisions

Requisiti:

• Knowledge of IT Governance and organizational models
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (demand, delivery, testing, etc.)
• Willingness to travel worldwide
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business Administration

Workplace: Limena (PD) with the possibility of part-time smart working.

Sector: Retail