Transition Manager Lisboa

Transition Manager
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

In partnership with one of our clients, a leading german automotive company, Randstad is recruiting for a Transition Manager position.

Company Description:

They are a part of a strong international team and a leading player in the commercial vehicle manufacturing and transport solutions sector. As part of a global group, they are commited to innovation, operational excellence, and shaping the future of mobility.

Their newly established Global Business Services (GBS) united is dedicated to optimizing and streamlining
-
- end business processes across finance, human resources, sales support, and procurement. With delivery centers spanning multiple locations worldwise, they focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement to ensure seamless service delivery.

GBS plays a strategic role in the company's
- term success, actively contributing to its growth and development.

By joining them, you will be a part of a
- thinking team that drives impactful change and supports a dynamic operational environment.

responsabilidades chave

What you can look forward to:

The PMO & Transition Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful
- up

of the GBS center, as well as managing future scope expansions. This role involves

detailed project planning, resource management, and execution of transition and

change management strategies

The key responsibilities of this role are:

Project Management & Planning:

Develop detailed project and resource plans for the initial
- up of the GBS center and future scope extensions

Develop and maintain a comprehensive risk management plan to mitigate potential roadblocks

Collaborate with department leads to ensure alignment of the GBS center's growth with business objectives

Transition & Change Management:

Manage and steer transition manager team, allocating resources in line with the transition plan to meet the overall transition timeline

Execute transition strategies, ensuring smooth integration of new processes and effective change management

Monitor and address potential resistance or challenges to change across departments

Ensure all new processes and systems meet quality and compliance standards during the transition

Collaborate with other PMO offices for a streamlined approach and knowledge exchange

Reporting:

Prepare regular status reports and updates on transition progress, risks, and performance for leadership and key stakeholders

Create transparent communication pathways to share
- time updates with relevant stakeholders

Regularly review and update project documentation, ensuring it is aligned with ongoing transitions

Communication Facilitation:

Establish and maintain regular communication and feedback loops between headquarters and GBS centers to ensure alignment

Serve as the point of contact between
- functional teams to address issues and share best practices

Training & Onboarding:

Coordinate with HR and department leads to develop training programs for new hires transitioning into the GBS

Oversee the creation of onboarding materials and process documentation to ensure new employees are equipped to succeed

lead workshops and training sessions on new systems, tools, and processes for teams undergoing transitions

competências

What we are looking for

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, change management, or transitioning functions within a GBS or shared services environment

Proven experience in managing
- scale transitions, including
- up and process migrations; experience in an international environment is a plus

Skills and Competencies

Strong project management skills, including resource planning, timeline management, and risk mitigation

Excellent change management and transition planning abilities

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability towork across different departments and geographies

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Proficiency in project management tools (e. g. , MS Project, Jira) and collaboration platforms

Certification in Project Management Principles or Lean/Agile is a plu

Additional Information

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Language proficiency: English (B2); knowledge of German is a plus

Willingness to travel as required for transition activities

principais benefícios

Your Benefits:

Working in a dynamic environment with vibrant team spirit

Career opportunities within the company

Home office policy of 2 days / week

Additional days off on Dec 24th and 31st

Birthday off

Referral Bonus

Life Insurance

Health Insurance, extended to family members

Reporting Line:

Head of Operations and Transition