The Senior IT Project Manager will play a pivotal role in our Enterprise IT Applications team, responsible for leading, managing and providing guidance on Group IT projects and ensuring the overall project portfolio aligns with our business transformation program. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, IT leadership, and external partners to deliver scalable, robust, and future-proof IT solutions.

This is an internal role, and requires excellent communication, problem-solving abilities and collaboration skills.

Department IT Employment Type Permanent Location Morocco, Casablanca Workplace type Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations. Facilitate regular communication and updates to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring clarity and accountability.

• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial accountability. Monitor project expenditures and forecast costs to avoid budget overruns.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations. Implement quality control processes and conduct regular reviews.

• Change Management: Develop and implement change management strategies to support business transformation. Ensure smooth transition and adoption of new systems and processes.

• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers. Negotiate contracts and ensure vendor deliverables meet project requirements.

• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and records.

• Compliance and Governance: Ensure projects comply with regulatory and compliance requirements. Implement governance frameworks to ensure project alignment with organizational policies.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Project Management Expertise:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale IT projects, including CRM, Finance, ERP, and other enterprise IT systems consolidation.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).

• Business Transformation Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects during significant business transformations, including M&A integration and organizational change management.

• Experience in on-prem to SaaS migrations, particularly for internal use software and Office 365.

• Technical Proficiency:

• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and data centre migrations.

• Familiarity with security solutions, compliance, and governance frameworks.

• Stakeholder Management:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives, business units, and technical teams.

• Ability to influence and drive consensus among stakeholders with varying priorities.

• Risk Management:

• Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills to identify potential project risks and develop effective strategies to address them.

• Experience in ensuring projects comply with regulatory and compliance requirements.

• Financial Acumen:

• Ability to manage project budgets, forecast costs, and ensure financial accountability.

• Experience in financial reporting and analysis related to project performance.

• Leadership and Team Management:

• Proven leadership skills to manage and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:

• Strong analytical skills to assess complex project requirements and develop innovative solutions.

• Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions promptly.

About Forterro

Founded in 2012, Forterro has grown to become a category leader in industrial software – with strongholds in Europe’s top production economies, as well as regional service hubs and development centres around the world. From more than 40 office locations, our 2,500+ employees provide and support software for more than 13,000 industrial businesses. Our products are deeply rooted in the demands of their local geography. And each is designed to strengthen and accelerate our customers’ ability to operate efficiently and compete effectively.

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