Senior Executive Project Manager Corporate Development and PMO

As a Senior Executive Project Manager at SIXT, you'll be tasked with spearheading high-impact projects aimed at boosting productivity and profitability. Your key responsibilities include developing project plans for process optimization, partnering with internal stakeholders for seamless execution, and presenting findings to executive leadership. Managing budgets and overseeing project timelines are crucial elements of this role, as is the analysis of data to enhance decision-making and performance optimization.

To become a Senior Executive Project Manager at SIXT, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, although a Master's or MBA is preferred. You will need 4-6 years of experience in consulting, corporate development, or project management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with project management tools like Jira and Confluence is essential. Strong communication, leadership skills, and a solution-oriented mindset are also key to succeeding in this role.

The Senior Executive Project Manager plays a pivotal role in facilitating SIXT's business transformation through the management of strategic initiatives that directly impact productivity and long-term growth. By executing projects focused on digital transformation and performance improvement, along with analyzing and delivering recommendations to executive leadership, this role is fundamental in driving measurable business success and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

At SIXT, the work environment for a Senior Executive Project Manager is dynamic and collaborative. You will work closely with a diverse group of professionals, including senior leadership and cross-functional teams. The company promotes a hybrid work format, providing flexibility while upholding a culture of continuous growth and innovation. The emphasis on healthy work-life balance and employee well-being makes it a supportive environment for all contributors.

The Senior Executive Project Manager position at SIXT comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, a 401k retirement plan, and opportunities for bonuses. Additionally, the role offers generous paid time off, flexible work options, and exclusive employee rental rates, ensuring a fulfilling work experience and overall job satisfaction.

In prioritizing projects, I evaluate their potential impact on business objectives, stakeholder importance, and alignment with company strategy. I also consider dependencies and resource availability, ensuring that high-impact initiatives receive timely attention while maintaining balance across projects.

One successful project involved enhancing a digital process that improved customer accessibility. Key to its success was early stakeholder engagement and continuous feedback loops, ensuring buy-in and swift iterations leading to a final implementation that exceeded performance benchmarks.

I approach conflicts by fostering open communication and encouraging team members to express concerns. Facilitating a meeting to address issues collaboratively and understanding different perspectives helps in developing a mutually agreeable solution that keeps the project on track.

My approach to risk management involves continuous identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks throughout the project lifecycle. I maintain a risk register and work with stakeholders to develop contingency plans, ensuring proactive rather than reactive management.

I ensure effective communication by preparing clear, data-driven presentations that highlight key findings, project updates, and actionable insights. I also establish regular check-ins and feedback mechanisms to keep senior leadership informed and engaged.

To keep projects on schedule, I set defined milestones and regularly assess progress against them. Utilizing project management tools helps track tasks and deadlines, while daily stand-ups or weekly check-ins promote accountability and the ability to adapt to changes quickly.

I approach process optimization by first thoroughly analyzing current processes, identifying bottlenecks, and soliciting insights from team members. Implementing small-scale experiments for potential changes allows for agile adjustments, leading to effective implementations scalable across the organization.

I have extensive experience working with cross-functional teams, understanding the importance of leveraging diverse expertise. Building solid relationships and establishing clear roles and expectations enables collaborative efforts to achieve project goals harmoniously.

I measure project success through a combination of predefined KPIs such as timelines, budgets, and quality of deliverables. Additionally, post-project evaluation discussions with stakeholders provide qualitative insights into the project’s impact on the organization.

I am excited about the opportunity at SIXT due to its innovative approach to mobility and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. I admire the company’s focus on entrepreneurship and long-term strategy, and I want to contribute my project management expertise to further drive its transformation.