Senior Project Manager (all gender) with proven E2E ERP System Implementation Experience
- Hybrid
- Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
- Business Transformation
Job description
Purpose of the position
Project One is creating new ways of working within the whole Intersnack group by harmonising business processes, which are supported by a common IT solution stack. Currently, a team consisting of more than 20 nationalities and 100+ colleagues is working in the programme to achieve this goal.
The holder of this position will lead a significant part of the ONE template implementation – the template itself consisting of standard ways of working supported by one common Infor-Based IT platform in a set of countries grouped together in an implementation wave.
You will align activities and work plans across multiple teams and drive the delivery of projects according to the pre-defined timings set by the overall programme plan.
Responsibilities
- Implement projects according to the Intersnack project management methodology including milestone sign-off within scope, time and budget as the leading Project Manager.
- Develop the project plan from scratch, including risk management, resource allocation, and task prioritization. Ensure completion of all functional and project management deliverables assigned to internal or external consulting resources.
- Act as the primary point of contact between the Steering Committee and project teams, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Monitor and report progress and manage resolution of implementation issues.
- Ensure alignment with other projects / initiatives on a local scale with an impact on own delivery.
- Coordinate collaboration between the central delivery team and the local implementation team.
Job requirements
Experience
- 8-10 years work experience in (IT) project management or consulting.
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager or in a similar role, with a focus on the introduction of large-scale IT/ERP systems within an organization (ideally Infor).
- min. 5 years work experience in leading implementations of Infor or similar ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor) as a senior project manager or consultant. Experience in manufacturing, sales, or supply chain management systems is also possible.
- Proven experience in managing implementation or deployment of complex IT templates within an organization.
- Experience in facilitating teams working in multiple locations and in parallel project phases.
- Experience in managing a project team or a sub-project team.
- Leadership of internal and external teams without direct reporting lines.
- FMCG and/or Infor experience is a plus.
Skills
- Consistently seek to improve processes and effectively bring people through change.
- Thorough and reliable way of working.
- Positive “can do” approach.
- High degree of initiative and willingness to go the extra mile where required.
- Strong results orientation and internal drive to get things done.
- Good communication skills verbally and written.
- Sound experience in application of a Project Management Methodology.
- Sound MS Office skills, including MS Project.
- Fluent spoken and written English is a must, any further language spoken within Intersnack is considered a plus.
- Good presentation skills.
- Influencing skills.
Education
- University degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Administration, or similar qualification (e. g. corresponding military education)
Qualifications (certificates)
- Project Management certifications (e.g. PMI, PRINCE2) would be a plus
- Lean/Six Sigma skills desirable
Willing to travel – expected level of travel of this position is approx. 4 days / week.
Working with us
Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savoury snacks producers by ‘creating happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successful and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2023 was almost €4,3bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 12 regional Management Units, 43 production sites and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people. Our brand portfolio includes strong brands such as funny-frisch, Chio, POM-BÄR, McCoy's, MAARUD, Estrella, Vico, ültje and Kelly's.
What we will offer
An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe’s biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.
Our values and behaviors are important to how we work, and they define our culture, they are:
Thinking responsibly
Acting entrepreneurially
Growing together
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