Are you ready to lead complex high-impact projects in the heart of the material handling revolution
At Dematic we dont just build systemswe shape the future of material handling. Were looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex high-impact projects across the DACH and EMEA regions. If you thrive in a fast-paced international environment and are ready to take full ownership of project delivery we want to hear from you.
What Youll Do:
Lead with Purpose: Manage end-to-end project delivery across the DACH/EMEA regionfrom contract signature through service handover phaseensuring projects meet timelines budgets contract and exceed customer expectations.
Collaborate Across Borders: Work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to build high-performing project teams and foster a culture of ownership agility and continuous improvement.
Drive Strategic Execution: Validate project scopes and budgets during the proposal phase support solution development and ensure alignment with Dematics quality and performance standards.
Be the Customer Champion: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle managing contractual obligations and leading change negotiations with confidence.
Own the Numbers: Monitor project costs risks and KPIs using advanced tools to ensure transparency accuracy and proactive decision-making.
Shape the Future: Implement global processes contribute to lessons learned and support continuous improvement across the organization.
What You Bring:
A minimum of a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field is .
Native-level fluency in German (spoken and written) is essential for this role.
At least 5 years of proven experience leading international projects (EUR20M) and project teams in a global fast-paced engineering automation or intralogistics environment.
A strong technical foundation that enables you to understand complex systems and collaborate effectively with engineering teams.
Advanced project management expertise - youre well-versed in methodologies like IPMA PMI PRINCE2 or similar and you know how to apply them pragmatically.
A track record of delivering projects on time within budget and to scopeespecially in industries where precision safety and performance matter.
Strong commercial and contractual acumen - youre confident in managing contracts negotiating changes and keeping a close eye on financials and KPIs.
Excellent communication skills in English; additional European languages are a plus.
A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage complexity while staying focused on the big picture.
A collaborative leadership style - you inspire teams build trust with stakeholders and thrive in multicultural cross-functional environments.
Willingness to travel internationally sometimes for extended periods to be close to the action and ensure project success on the ground.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
We are a leading supplier of forklifts and warehouse equipment as well as automation technology and software solutions for the optimization of supply chains.