IT Lead Project Manager

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Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. Join Sulzer's transformation journey as a lead IT Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact IT initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to manage a diverse project portfolio, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the modernization of our IT landscape by identifying opportunities for leveraging technology to drive business growth, improve processes and enhance productivity. This is a unique chance to drive meaningful change and develop your career in a dynamic, global environment. Your main tasks and responsibilities: Portfolio & Project Management Lead and guide overall execution of multiple IT Projects , ensuring alignment with Sulzer's strategic priorities. Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery , budget adherence and manage interdepen dencies between projects. Maintain project documentation, status reports, and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders. Governance & Methodology Apply and promote consistent project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards. Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contribute to process improvement initiatives. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with business leaders and IT stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet business needs , leading the IT project Steering Committees. Act as a key point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution . Proactively engage in business partnering, acting as a trusted advisor to business divisions and supporting the identification, prioritization, and management of IT demand s to maximize value delivery. Demand Management Lead the demand management process by capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing business requirements, ensuring alignment with Sulzer's strategic objectives and resource availability. Facilitate transparent decision-making on project selection and resource allocation. Vendor & Financial Management Support vendor selection, contract management, and performance tracking for project-related services. Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking. Operational Excellence Drive efficiency in project delivery and resource allocation. Champion continuous improvement and simplification across project processes and tools. Sulzer Core Ambition Program Actively contribute to the SulzerCore Ambition Program by ensuring that all project and portfolio activities support the organizations goals and strategic ambitions. Team Collaboration & Development Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence. Mentor junior project managers or team members as needed. Drive efficiency across IT operations, including resource allocation, vendor management, and performance tracking. Champion continuous improvement and simplification across the IT landscape, including consolidation of tools and platforms. OneSulzer Culture Promote and embody the OneSulzer mindset by fostering collaboration with an " Entrepreneurial sp irit and teamwork " , challenging the status quo, and supporting a unified, "Customer focus" culture across all divisions and teams. Desired Experience & Qualifications 9+ years of professional experience in IT and business/industry environments At least 5 years of experience in team management and leadership roles Strong experience with project methods and methodologies Solid knowledge of operating models (Ops Models) Proven experience in financial management within IT or project-driven environments Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent practical experience Fluent in English Strong leadership and communication skills Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Experience in stakeholder engagement and change management Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate technical solutions into business terms Deep appreciation for Sulzer's divisional complexity and entrepreneurial culture Ability to challenge the status quo and promote a unified OneSulzer mindset Strategic thinker with strong operational rigor and a clear bias for execution What we offer you - A permanent contract. - A competitive salary as well as participation in the variab

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Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

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