Senior Manager Project Management (f/m/d)

At IONOS, the leading European provider of cloud infrastructure, cloud services and hosting services, you will work together with a wide range of teams. We are characterized by open structures, a friendly working culture and flat hierarchies with a strong team spirit. We firmly believe that work and fun are compatible, and offer you the right environment for this. Our constant growth means that we are always looking for new colleagues. Become part of IONOS and grow with us.

The Senior Manager Project Management position is pivotal in overseeing and directing the planning, execution, and delivery of projects across our growing organization. As we expand and evolve, this role will be integral to ensuring projects align with our strategic objectives and are executed efficiently and effectively. In this role, you will lead a talented Team of Project Managers and you will be essential to lead and coordinate our growing portfolio of cloud infrastructure and application modernization projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative cloud solutions, including Cloud Servers, Cloud Storage, Cloud Databases, and Cloud Hosting. Your expertise will help us drive business growth, improve operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You will play a vital role in the remarkable implementation of our portfolio strategy and the exciting evolution of our business models. By standardizing project management practices and improving collaboration, you will enhance our ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Tasks

• Lead and coordinate a talented Team of Project Managers  and a dynamic portfolio of projects, including cloud infrastructure and application modernization initiatives, such as Cloud Servers, Storage, Databases, and Hosting.
• Develop centralized project planning, facilitate robust stakeholder communication, and coordinate with vendors to reduce overhead and minimize project delays.
• Drive business growth by innovating project methods, standards, and practices that keep us ahead of industry trends.
• Plan, control, and structure both classic and agile IT projects, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Lead workshops for requirement analysis and effort estimation, directing project scope and direction.
• Coordinate our talented teams involved in projects and ensure a smooth transition to daily business operations.
• Prepare insightful decision-making templates for top management to guide strategic direction.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in complex project management, with proven expertise in leading teams and managing stakeholders.
• A degree or training focused on Project Management, Engineering, Information technology or a related field, coupled with significant practical experience in the Information Technology sector.
• Proven track record in leading complex projects in fast-paced environments, with familiarity in Agile methodologies, and tools such as Jira.
• Prior experience in managing software, information, and technology projects, with a deep understanding of industry trends.
• Certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master) and product development (Product Owner) are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results with a hands-on approach, capable of summarizing complex issues clearly.
• Excited by new challenges, maintaining composure in complex situations, and methodically driven to achieve results.
• Outgoing and confident, especially during moderation and presentation scenarios.
• Strong communication skills in English and German, verbal and written. 

Benefits

• Hybrid working model.
• Flexible working hours through trust-based working hours.
• At some locations a subsidized canteen and various free drinks.
• Modern office space with very good transport connections.
• Various employee discounts for activities and products.
• Employee events such as summer and winter parties, as well as workshops.
• Numerous training and development opportunities.
• Various health offers, such as sports and health courses.

About IONOS

IONOS is the leading European digitalization partner for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB). The company serves around six million customers and operates across 18 markets in Europe and North America, with its services being accessible worldwide. With its Web Presence & Productivity portfolio, IONOS acts as a 'one-stop shop' for all digitalization needs: from domains and web hosting to classic website builders and do-it-yourself solutions, from e-commerce to online marketing tools. In addition, the company offers Cloud Solutions to enterprises who are looking to move to the cloud as their businesses evolve. 

We value diversity and welcome all applications - regardless of, for example, gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity, physical characteristics, marital status or any other irrelevant factor subject to applicable law.