Hybrid Project Manager

at Bedford Consulting

• Job title: Project Manager
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: €55,000 - €75,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP, ITSM, PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Germany

About the role

• Project Manager overseeing Bedford Consulting's exciting projects with Professional Services teams in various regions remotely in Germany. Leading multiple complex projects while ensuring client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Bedford's Professional Services teams to successfully manage projects.
• Responsible for managing and delivering projects using the agile "Anaplan Way" methodology.
• Define project scope and objectives, engaging all relevant stakeholders.
• Develop a project plan to manage each project in compliance with Bedford's governance criteria and commercial parameters.
• Lead internal resources/teams as well as all partners and clients to ensure smooth project execution.
• Manage changes to project scope.
• Identify, assess, and control project risks and issues.
• Measure and report project performance (RAG) using appropriate methods and tools.
• Maintain regular communication with management and escalate issues as required.
• Responsible for the ongoing financial control of the project.
• Formally hand over products and/or solutions to the Bedford Care team and Managed Services for regular support.
• Actively lead and motivate the Professional Services team across all project phases.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years proven experience in technical project management, ideally in an IT professional services or managed services environment.
• Experience in IT consulting and solid knowledge of managing software development lifecycle projects.
• Knowledge of Anaplan and related products and services is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask, with the capability to prioritize demanding tasks effectively and maintain productivity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is essential.
• Practical experience with software development tools such as Jira is also advantageous.
• Certification in Agile PM, Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar is required.
• University degree, equivalent qualification, or substantial practical experience in the relevant field.
• Ability to manage multiple large and/or complex projects concurrently.
• Excellent presentation skills with demonstrated confidence presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and lead workshops with diverse audiences, capture information effectively, and steer discussions toward objectives.
• Ability to understand relevant industry technologies in depth and develop and communicate effective solutions considering commercial constraints.
• Experience working with CRM, ERP, and ITSM platforms to support the full project lifecycle from sales to service, and practical knowledge of ITIL.
• Team-oriented, self-motivated, able to inspire others and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Personable demeanor with the ability to build key relationships and trust with colleagues, partners, and clients through a flexible approach.
• Confident English communication to work in an international team.
• Demonstrable contributions to the PMO by supporting both the PMO and the wider organization in achieving strategic objectives and promoting continuous improvement processes.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave
• Mobile phone allowance
• Employee assistance program
• €1,000 annual training budget
• Enhanced parental leave
• Rewards and recognition vouchers
• Access to WeWork spaces