Project Manager Strategic Operations

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Seeking a highly organized and analytical professional to support cross-functional initiatives through project management executive/board coordination and data-driven research. This role sits at the intersection of operations strategy and leadership supportensuring projects are delivered on time board materials are prepared to a high standard and insights are generated to inform decision-making. This role will coordinate cross-functional activities work closely with the relevant stakeholders develop joint solutions and support the implementation of management decisions.

Working closely with the CEO CHRO and CFO. This role will act as a communication interface you will work closely with the Executive Board offices and ensure a smooth flow of information between Board members their management teams and employees across the organization. Also will interface with multicultural organizations different Business Units and countries within Americas as well as Group Functions at parent company level in Germany.

Project Management

Plan execute and monitor multiple projects across departments
Define project scope timelines milestones and deliverables utilizing collaborative approach with the various departments & business units to ensure strategic goals are met
Track progress and proactively manage risks and dependencies
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely delivery
Prepare status reports and present updates to leadership
 

Board & Executive Support

Lead end-to-end preparation for board and committee meetings
Develop high-quality presentations reports and briefing materials / speeches for internal and external events
Coordinate inputs from internal teams and ensure accuracy and consistency
Manage meeting logistics agendas minutes and follow-up actions
Support executive communications and strategic initiatives as requested

Research & Data Analytics

Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to support strategic decisions & project initiatives
Analyze datasets to identify trends risks and opportunities in order to support strategic opportunities
Build dashboards models and reports for leadership consumption
Translate complex data into clear actionable insights
Support business case development and performance tracking

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Qualifications :

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE 

• Bachelors degree 
• 7 years of professional related project management experience 
• Solid experience in business administration activities especially in finance & controlling / FPA
• Experience working with senior leadership or boards & preparing executive-level materials
• Experience in multinational companies working with various functional area workstreams / processes
• Strong business acumen and organizational development skills
• Ability to engage with various departments to get necessary information & cooperation to meet goals
• Strategic thinker analytical mindset and strong problem solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management & communication skills both written and verbally in business language of English. 
• Strong proficiency in Excel PowerPoint and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI)
• Demonstrate a high level of commitment flexibility independence resilience
• Willingness to travel when needed
• Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT 

• 10 years of professional experience
• Industry experience in the automotive or automotive supplier industry  in a strategy consulting environment and/or mergers & acquisitions
• Strong affinity for automobiles technical products and manufacturing processes is desired
• Written and verbal fluency/experience in German language is a plus

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to unlawful consideration to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable addition as a federal contractor Continental complies with government regulations including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans where they apply. To be considered you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process please reply to  or contact US Recruiting at . This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues will not receive a call back.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time