Project Manager - SAP Woudenberg, Netherlands

For more than 50 years, Cannondale has been a leading innovator in the cycling world. As more riders of all ages and abilities get on the roads, trails, and streets than ever before, we're here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the future each and every day.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere.

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About the Role :

Cannondale is looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in managing SAP and data-focused projects to make a big impact in our global Enterprise Project Management Organization (EPMO).

In this role, you will lead the successful delivery of complex technology initiatives by collaborating with both business and technical stakeholders.

How You'll Make an Impact :

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Manage the scope with appropriate change control measures in place (scope, schedule, budget)
• Utilize the EPMO framework of intake, planning and prioritization prior to project execution
• Monitor, track, and address risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Communicate progress, risks, and concerns to stakeholders
• Prepare and deliver executive steering committee updates when necessary
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, including data owners and stewards, business analysts, Technical Product Owners, and subject matter experts to understand their needs, priorities, and requirements
• Work closely with third party development partners where necessary
• Responsible for successful delivery of development programs / projects with integration of organizational change management
• Clearly define roles and responsibilities for all project team members
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams through the development and integration of small and large-scale initiatives across the entire project lifecycle
• Manage project budgets and allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal utilization while meeting project goals and timelines
• Ensure project transition to support is planned and managed in close cooperation with the development and infrastructure leads
• Oversee change and adoption of projects
• Document project completion and include lessons learned
• Conduct internal and external audits on projects
• Champion and encourage a positive working environment and effective teamwork in line with the Company’s values, behaviors and culture
• Contribute to the company's success by leading and assisting in other projects and tasks assigned
• Follow internal controls and company policy as set by company and job function
• Work collaboratively with the Leadership team and encourage a culture of continuous process improvement

What You Bring to the Table :

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, technology management, engineering or a related field required
• 3-5 years relevant experience required (managing SAP-related & complex data projects)
• Proven Stakeholder management and organizational change management skills
• Experience in various project management methodologies - Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid etc.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts to business language and vice versa
• Relevant experience leading Small to Large scale solution build & deployments across multiple regions, applications and areas
• Experience in managing external vendors, resources and contracts
• Knowledgeable in business change management as part of a project
• Experience in transitioning (technical) project deliverables to support team
• Fluent in Dutch and English
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Proficiency with related software tools including but not limited to Azure Devops, MS Excel, etc.

Some of our Great Benefits :

• Hybrid work environment
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Great discounts on company products
• Employee Wellness Program Pon Fit
• A mix of casual yet professional culture
• Discount additional health insurance package
• Onsite gym (Almelo and Woudenberg)
• Collective Labour Agreement Metalektro
• Pension plan

About the organization :

As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family, Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands' largest family-owned businesses, as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world : Pon.

Bike, including brands like Gazelle, Santa Cruz, Cervélo, Kalkhoff, Focus, Urban Arrow, Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At Cannondale we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, regardless of your gender or race, we encourage you to apply anyway.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Our DEI Mission Statement : At Cannondale, we are on a mission to ensure all members of the cycling community feel that they belong.

Our commitment to celebrating individuality and differences extends beyond our diverse line up of bikes to our workplace culture, where we recognize and embrace the strengths and viewpoints of each team member, regardless of their background or identity.

WE ARE A CYCLE FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

The cycle-friendly employer certification scheme was developed to establish a European standard for cycle friendly companies.

The certification is intended to help European companies to improve the situation for employees that cycle to work. As an acknowledgement for our effort we received the certificate cycle-friendly employer .

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