Project and Change Manager

Über uns Techtronic Industries (TTI) is a world leader in cordless technology spanning power tools, accessories, hand tools, outdoor power equipment, as well as floorcare and cleaning products. Our focus is on end-users that range from professionals in the industrial, construction and infrastructure sectors to DIYers in home improvement, repair, and maintenance. TTI’s powerful brand portfolio includes MILWAUKEE®, RYOBI®, AEG® ─ recognized worldwide for their deep heritage and innovative product platforms of superior quality. The company maintains a global manufacturing and product development footprint, with record world-wide sales of approximately US$ 14.6 billion and around 49,000 employees in 2024. Hiring exceptional people is a top focus at TTI. This creates a high-performance culture across all levels of our organization and helps to achieve our vision of being number one in the industries we serve. Our unique high-speed decision-making process supports our acute focus on developing superior products and meeting high customer expectations. We view our winning culture as a competitive advantage that powers our growth. As part of the Technology & Business Process team, you will act as the project manager (m/f/d) leading cross-functional, often strategic projects across EMEA. You will manage internal and external project team members across all parts of TTI EMEA – technical teams, business analysts (m/f/d), key users (m/f/d) and business stakeholders (m/f/d). In addition, you will be responsible for our SAP upgrade alongside a senior technology leader (m/f/d) – a critical project to leverage SAP-enhanced features. To strengthen our team in Winnenden (Stuttgart Area) as soon as possible, we are looking for a Project and Change Manager (m/f/d)Key responsibilities:You will work as a ‘hands-on’ project manager (m/f/d) in a variety of business projects and initiatives across EMEA. Specifically, your role will involve: Project Management: Implement SAP upgradesStrategic Planning: Create comprehensive project roadmaps that align with business goalsRisk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks to ensure projects remain on trackBudgeting and Financial Acumen: Ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints while maximizing ROIStakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups to ensure alignment and informed decision-makingAgile Methodologies: Adjust to evolving project needs and deliver iterative improvements quicklyProject Management of cross-functional/strategic projects in EMEA, specifically:Support BPOs (m/f/d) and other senior executives (m/f/d) in the initiation of project ideas and project briefs with an understanding of the strategic drivers of a project and support the feasibility review of a project conceptPlan a project, this includes setting goals and objectives, defining roles and responsibilities of project team members and producing schedules and timelines for the projectManage a project, i.e., coordinate the project teams (internal and external) and ensure that the project is kept on track and on budgetIdentify and evaluate project issues and risks and escalate to project sponsors (m/f/d) and/or the steering committee in a timely mannerReport on the regularly the project status to the project teams, the project sponsor (m/f/d) and/or the steering committeeFacilitate project workshops and meetingsEnsure the proper handover of the project to operations and close the projectEnsure the maintenance of comprehensive project documentation, e.g., project brief, project plan, progress reports, issue and action tracker and cutover plansEnsure that the EMEA Project Management guidelines are followedPromote good project management practice and enhance the organization’s project management capability across the EMEA organization, specifically:Develop project management guidelines and templates for the EMEA organizationDevelop and carry out regular project management trainingProvide ad hoc advice to stakeholders (m/f/d) and support their local projectsEnsure that these stakeholders (m/f/d) understand the EMEA project management guidance and methodologies Your profile: Proven experience in project management regarding IT systems and business application and/or business process implementation; project experience overallExperience in both waterfall and agile methodologiesSolid technical background, with detailed knowledge and proactive experience in SAP Upgrade, software development and web technologiesSolid knowledge of project management tools a must; experience with Microsoft 365 tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, Azure DevOps) is an advantageCompetence to communicate (orally and in writing) clearly and effectively with both IT and business stakeholders (m/f/d), with proven experience in acting as the “bridge” between the two partiesWillingness to develop strong relationships to liaise effectively with stakeholders (m/f/d) and project membersExperience as business analyst (m/f/d) prior to becoming a project manager (m/f/d) a bonusProject certification a bonus (e.g., Prince2 or PMP)Experience and knowledge in implementation of enterprise applications such as SAP, Workday, Salesforce or Microsoft 365 product suite a bonus Your perks: An interesting position with an attractive company – recognized as a “top employer” by kununuFlexible, trust-based working hours (40 hours per week) and 30 days annual leaveCompany pension schemeFree parking spaces directly next to the office and good public transport connectionsFresh fruit, water and hot beverages for freeCompany fitness via “EGYM Wellpass“ and bike leasing via “JobRad“EAP (mental support for employees)Learning platforms such as “GoodHabitz“ and “Learn TTI“ for your professional developmentSpecial employee benefits via “Family & Friends“ and additional corporate benefits Are you interested?Then send your application stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations to (Inhalt entfernt) or apply directly via our careers page. Naturally, we will treat your application with the utmost discretion. We look forward to getting to know you Techtronic Industries ELC GmbH Human Resources – Agnese Cesarini · Max-Eyth-Straße 10 · 71364 Winnenden (Inhalt entfernt)