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Program Manager (XXL projects)(m/w/x)
Leading cross-functional development programs for XR vision correction and optical systems. Complex, multidisciplinary development project management experience required. Professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- University degree in engineering, physics, optics, or related technical field
- Additional qualification in project/program management
- Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary development projects or programs
- Experience with optical or optoelectronic systems
- Strong understanding of product development processes
- Experience in high-tech or MedTech/B2B environment
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
- Stakeholder and conflict-management skills
- Structured and analytical working style
- Experience in planning, risk management
- Experience with project management tools and KPIs
- High level of ownership
- Resilience and decision-making capability
- Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
- Very good communication skills in English
- German language skills
- Willingness to work in an international, cross-site environment
Tasks
- Lead cross-functional development programs
- Ensure delivery on scope, time, quality, and budget
- Define and maintain integrated program plans
- Align plans with R&D, Product Management, Operations, Quality, and Procurement
- Act as central interface between internal stakeholders and customers
- Ensure clear requirements and transparent communication
- Proactively identify and mitigate program risks
- Establish escalation paths and drive problem-solving
- Monitor program KPIs and financials
- Prepare status reports for management
- Ensure compliance with ZEISS processes and standards
- Drive continuous improvement in program management
- Contribute to best-practice sharing across teams
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Learning & Development
- Professional development opportunities
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Program Manager (XXL projects)(m/w/x)
Leading cross-functional development programs for XR vision correction and optical systems. Complex, multidisciplinary development project management experience required. Professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- University degree in engineering, physics, optics, or related technical field
- Additional qualification in project/program management
- Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary development projects or programs
- Experience with optical or optoelectronic systems
- Strong understanding of product development processes
- Experience in high-tech or MedTech/B2B environment
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
- Stakeholder and conflict-management skills
- Structured and analytical working style
- Experience in planning, risk management
- Experience with project management tools and KPIs
- High level of ownership
- Resilience and decision-making capability
- Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
- Very good communication skills in English
- German language skills
- Willingness to work in an international, cross-site environment
Tasks
- Lead cross-functional development programs
- Ensure delivery on scope, time, quality, and budget
- Define and maintain integrated program plans
- Align plans with R&D, Product Management, Operations, Quality, and Procurement
- Act as central interface between internal stakeholders and customers
- Ensure clear requirements and transparent communication
- Proactively identify and mitigate program risks
- Establish escalation paths and drive problem-solving
- Monitor program KPIs and financials
- Prepare status reports for management
- Ensure compliance with ZEISS processes and standards
- Drive continuous improvement in program management
- Contribute to best-practice sharing across teams
Work Experience
- approx. 1 - 4 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Learning & Development
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
Carl Zeiss Vision International GmbH
Industry
Healthcare
Description
The company is a leading manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses, helping people achieve clearer vision sustainably.
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