Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
**Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. **
Join Sulzer’s transformation journey as a lead IT Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact IT initiatives. You’ll have the opportunity to manage a diverse project portfolio, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the modernization of our IT landscape by identifying opportunities for leveraging technology to drive business growth, improve processes and enhance productivity. This is a unique chance to drive meaningful change and develop your career in a dynamic, global environment.
**Your main tasks and responsibilities: **
**Portfolio & Project Management **
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Lead and guide overall execution of multiple IT Projects, ensuring alignment with Sulzer’s strategic priorities.
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Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery, budget adherence and manage interdependencies between projects.
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Maintain project documentation, status reports, and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders.
**Governance & Methodology **
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Apply and promote consistent project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards.
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Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
**Stakeholder Management **
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Build strong relationships with business leaders and IT stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet business needs, leading the IT project Steering Committees.
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Act as a key point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution.
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Proactively engage in business partnering, acting as a trusted advisor to business divisions and supporting the identification, prioritization, and management of IT demands to maximize value delivery.
Demand Management
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Lead the demand management process by capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing business requirements, ensuring alignment with Sulzer’s strategic objectives and resource availability.
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Facilitate transparent decision-making on project selection and resource allocation.
**Vendor & Financial Management **
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Support vendor selection, contract management, and performance tracking for project-related services.
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Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.
**Operational Excellence **
Sulzer Core Ambition Program
- Actively contribute to the SulzerCore Ambition Program by ensuring that all project and portfolio activities support the organizations goals and strategic ambitions.
**Team Collaboration & Development **
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence.
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Mentor junior project managers or team members as needed.
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Drive efficiency across IT operations, including resource allocation, vendor management, and performance tracking.
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Champion continuous improvement and simplification across the IT landscape, including consolidation of tools and platforms.
OneSulzer Culture
- Promote and embody the OneSulzer mindset by fostering collaboration with an “Entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork”, challenging the status quo, and supporting a unified, “Customer focus” culture across all divisions and teams.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
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9+ years of professional experience in IT and business/industry environments
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At least 5 years of experience in team management and leadership roles
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Strong experience with project methods and methodologies
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Solid knowledge of operating models (Ops Models)
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Proven experience in financial management within IT or project-driven environments
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
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Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent practical experience
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Fluent in English
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
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Experience in stakeholder engagement and change management
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Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
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Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment
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Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate technical solutions into business terms
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Deep appreciation for Sulzer’s divisional complexity and entrepreneurial culture
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Ability to challenge the status quo and promote a unified OneSulzer mindset
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Strategic thinker with strong operational rigor and a clear bias for execution
What we offer you
• A permanent contract.
• A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
• Restaurant tickets
• Be part of an experienced, international team.
• A good vibe working environment.
• Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios, making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.
• Other fringe benefits
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.