IT Backoffice Transformation Project Manager (m/f/d)

Position

Welcome to RIMOWA, the first German Maison of the LVMH Group. We are a global lifestyle brand with a mission to create the essential tools for a lifetime of travel. For more than 120 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to develop unique products where function coexists with luxury, heritage with innovation, and craftsmanship with design.

At RIMOWA we believe that great ambitions demand resilient companions. It’s why our tools are created with longevity in mind. Because the most meaningful journeys last more than a trip, they last a lifetime.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Backoffice Transformation Project Manager to lead the initiation of our ambitious journey towards implementing best-in-class solutions covering following business processes: Manufacturing to inventory, procure to pay, Order to cash and Product lifecycle management.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for orchestrating the seamless transition from existing solutions to a comprehensive suite of solutions, including SAP (with a focus on S/4HANA for core processes), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Collaboration Applications, and Quality Assurance (QA) solutions.

If you possess a proven track record in successfully executing complex system transformation projects and are passionate about driving organizational growth, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

Job responsibilities

• Lead strategic analysis and solution definition:Drive the in-depth analysis of existing processes, solutions, and data across production, quality, engineering, supply chain, R&D, product, and sales departments. Identify areas for improvement and guide the definition of integrated solutions.
• Orchestrate and manage comprehensive project plans:Develop, execute, and oversee robust project plans for the implementation of core business solutions, such as SAP S/4HANA (covering Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Distribution), PLM, Collaborative Applications, and QA tools.
• Establish and lead cross-functional governance:Assemble and lead a cross-functional project committee, ensuring alignment and decision-making across all involved departments and stakeholders.
• Drive collaborative execution:Foster effective collaboration with consultants, technical teams, and business units throughout the project lifecycle to achieve integrated solutions.
• Ensure successful project delivery and quality:Oversee the seamless implementation of solutions, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines, quality benchmarks, and industry best practices.
• Manage system integration activities:Coordinate with IT teams to ensure all necessary system integrations are planned, executed, and validated effectively.
• Lead change management for adoption:Develop and manage comprehensive change management strategies to drive acceptance and seamless adoption of new systems and processes across all business units.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, or a related field.
• Proven track record (7+ years) in successfully leading and delivering complex IT system transformation programs and projects.
• Strong expertise in managing complex ERP implementations, with significant experience in SAP (ideally including exposure to S/4HANA transformations). Familiarity with PLM and QA solution landscapes is a plus.
• Strong background in manufacturing processes, procurement, quality management, engineering, supply-chain, R&D, product development, and sales operations.
• Exemplary project management skills (planning, execution, risk management, budget control)
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities (cross-functional teams, external vendors).
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Fluent in English and intermediate German ; French is a plus.
• Willingness to travel for approx. 20% of your working time, especially during the roll out-phase

Additional information

What you can expect from us:

• 30 days paid vacation per year
• Flexible working hours
• RIMOWA Essential Cabin suitcase as a gift after the probationary period
• Corporate benefits and 30% discount on the RIMOWA assortment
• Company pension scheme with a high employer contribution or other capital-forming benefits
• Great canteen with freshly cooked and affordable food
• Urban Sports Club membership, public transportation ticket & job bike (partly subsidized)
• International environment and development opportunities within LVMH

BECOME PART OF RIMOWA:

Please send us your complete application documents including your salary expectations and details of your possible starting date.

We look forward to receiving your application! Look for us on Instagram @RIMOWA or visit us on our RIMOWA Career page: https://career.rimowa.com/

Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to RIMOWA’s DNA. We know that for our business to thrive, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow.