Transformation & Transversal Projects Manager

MAIN PURPOSE

The Transformation & Transversal Projects Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing all transversal projects within the French market.

This role plays a key part in driving organizational transformation while ensuring strong alignment between local, European, and global teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all transversal projects for the French market, including:
  • Organizational projects
  • Creation and update of procedures
  • Implementation and enhancement of IT tools
• Coordinate with:
  • All support regional functions in France (finance, HR, Security, Real estate, Logistics, Legal, IT, etc)
  • European teams
  • Global teams
  • IT teams (Group Platform)
  • Various legal entities / business units in France
• Oversee and structure transformation initiatives across the French market
• Ensure consistency, prioritization, and proper tracking of projects (timelines, risks, deliverables)
• Facilitate communication and alignment among stakeholders
• Support change management and drive adoption of new processes and tools

Profile & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience
• Strong experience in transformation and project management
• Finance background highly preferred
• Solid understanding of organizational and IT-related challenges
• Experience in complex, matrix organizations

Technical Skills

• Strong project management expertise
• Advanced proficiency in:
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
• SAP knowledge is a strong plus
• Strong analytical and structuring skills

Soft Skills

• Leadership through influence
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong ability to simplify and explain complex topics
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Collaborative mindset
• Charismatic and empathetic
• Strong stakeholder management skills

Languages

• French: fluent / native
• English: fluent (mandatory)