Project Manager (PMO) – IT & Digital Transformation (m/f/d)

As a Project Manager (PMO) at REPA Deutschland GmbH, your primary responsibilities include leading cross-functional projects, overseeing ERP implementations, webshop launches, and managing business software integrations. You’ll be involved in the entire project lifecycle, from scoping and planning to execution and post-live support, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate for the Project Manager (PMO) position at REPA Deutschland GmbH should have a minimum of 2 years of project management experience, preferably in a wholesale, e-commerce, or IT-driven setting. Successful candidates will have a track record of managing large-scale transformation projects, possess excellent communication skills, and be fluent in both German and English.

In the Project Manager (PMO) role at REPA Deutschland GmbH, you play a vital part in our IT and digital transformation initiatives by leading critical projects that enhance system efficiency and improve business processes. Your work on ERP rollouts and software integrations will directly influence our organizational growth and adaptability in a competitive market.

At REPA Deutschland GmbH, the environment for a Project Manager (PMO) is collaborative and supportive. You will work in a cross-functional team, engaging with various departments to ensure project alignment. The company fosters a culture of open communication, allowing you to effectively guide teams and contribute to collective success.

REPA Deutschland GmbH is committed to the professional development of its employees, including Project Managers (PMO). You will have access to individual training and development opportunities, allowing you to enhance your skills and advance your career within the company as you navigate challenging and meaningful projects.

When answering this question, outline a specific project where you were responsible for managing the ERP implementation. Discuss your role, the challenges you faced, and how you ensured the project was delivered on time and within budget while meeting the stakeholders' requirements.

Share your preferred project management methodologies, like Agile or Waterfall, and elaborate on why you find them effective in managing projects. Discuss how flexibility in your approach allows for adapting to different project needs, especially in IT and digital transformations.

Provide examples from your past experience where you successfully managed team conflicts. Emphasize your approach to open communication, mediation skills, and how you strive to bring team members together to focus on common goals.

Discuss various metrics like on-time delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. Explain how you assess these key performance indicators throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignments with success criteria.

Explain your strategies for stakeholder management, such as regular updates, soliciting feedback, and involving them in key decisions. Highlight the importance of building strong relationships to foster project buy-in.

Discuss your proactive approach to risk management, including identifying potential risks during the planning phase, assessing their impact, and developing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions throughout the project.

This is an opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills. Describe a specific challenge, the steps you took to address it, and the outcomes. Reflect on the lessons learned and how they informed your future project management approaches.

Talk about your prioritization techniques, such as evaluating project deadlines, dependencies, and resource availability. Illustrate how effective prioritization leads to better project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.

Emphasize the importance of clear and open communication in project management. Discuss how you use various tools and techniques to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project's lifecycle.

Share methods you use to keep your team motivated, such as celebrating small wins, providing opportunities for professional growth, and fostering a supportive environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration, even during challenging phases of a project.