Transition Manager / Project Manager

About the Job: 

The Transition Manager is a pivotal figure within our organization, tasked with the critical responsibility of conducting as-is analyzes, developing solutions and implementing changes. The Transition Manager works across multiple dimensions and manages organizational, process, and system changes. Plays a vital role in ensuring that transitions get executed seamlessly, by adeptly coordinating with stakeholders at every level, managing the intricacies of project execution, and spearheading effective change management strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct analyses to map the current processes and identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement within current processes.
• Provide recommendations for optimizing processes, utilizing strategies, tools, and best practices.
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure smooth transition of processes and controlling activities.
• Provide expert consulting services to identify process improvement opportunities within the IT, Finance, procurement or controlling functions.
• Develop and execute detailed transition plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
• Manage project execution, ensuring activities are conducted according to schedule and within budget.
• Manage stakeholder communication, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the transition process.
• Assess the feasibility of proposed solutions and support their implementation.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of new processes, measuring key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct post-transition reviews to capture learnings and improve future transition initiatives.
• Facilitate change management
• Ensure data integrity during the transition.

Requirements:

• Education: bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field. Additional certifications may be advantageous.
• Expertise: Extensive knowledge in process management and best practices in IT, Finance, Procurement or Controlling activities
• Experience: Proven record of managing transitions and/or solid background working as a consultant.
• Excellent project management skills, with a certification such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools, with a deep understanding of the technological aspects of RTR and controlling.
• Analytical skills: Ability to analyze complex challenges and identify inefficiencies, develop data-driven recommendations for process improvement. Proficient in using analytical tools, data modeling, and optimization techniques.
• Communication and presentation skills: Ability to convey complex concepts to various stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent project management skills, with a certification such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
• Stakeholder management: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Industry knowledge: Understanding of industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.
• Continuous learning mindset: Passion for professional development in the field of process management.
• Change management expertise: Strong skills in guiding stakeholders through the transition process.
• Systems skills: MS tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, D365; SAP; Salesforce.