Senior PMO Lead

FLS is a leading, minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services and expertise across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme. We are building a new Global Business Center (GBC) in Bucharest. Our GBC in Bucharest will provide key services across our business including IT, Finance, HR, Customer Service and our Manufacturing Center of Excellence…just to name a few.

IT PMO lead

As the dynamic Program Management Office (PMO) lead, you will drive the efficient execution of high-impact projects and programs that align with our strategic business goals. With around 40 project managers under your wing, your leadership and support are crucial in elevating our project outcomes and ensuring seamless coordination.

At FLSmidth, you will join a global leader in sustainable technologies, engineering, and equipment for the mining and cement industries. Our commitment to innovative, efficient, and environmentally conscious solutions creates a challenging and rewarding workplace for top talents. As a PMO lead in our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives driven by a management team dedicated to your success. Join us and be part of a company making a real difference in the world.

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a PMO lead and in managing IT projects.
• Several years of experience leading virtual project teams across different time zones and cultures.
• Exceptional strengths in servant leadership, problem-solving, communication, and structure.
• A passion for PMO and Project Management, with the ability to influence and communicate respectfully.
• Adaptability to steep learning curves and a commitment to developing your skills in digital transformation and project management.
• You excel at sharing the portfolio overview and providing detailed support to project managers.
• A result-oriented, proactive team player who leads with transparency.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, comfortable at all levels of the organizational hierarchy, and adept at building relationships.
• Strong background in PMP and/or PRINCE2 methodologies.

As a go-getter with a positive attitude, you're driven to optimize processes and challenge the status quo. Your cross-cultural communication and empathy make you the perfect fit for our team, where your leadership behavior will foster positive interactions with the customer. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join FLSmidth IT and drive IT projects to success!

Some detailed roles of the PMO lead role:

Governance and Methodology:

• Establishes and enforces standardized program and project management methodologies, processes, and tools across the organization.
• Develops governance frameworks to monitor program performance, including reporting, budgeting, and risk management.
• Ensures compliance with internal standards and external regulations.

Financial Oversight:

• Support program and project budgets and financials, ensuring that programs and projects are delivered within the defined budgetary constraints.
• Tracks financial performance and resource allocation, reporting on any variances and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Works closely with finance teams to manage program forecasting, cost optimization, and financial reporting.
• Execute the cost saving initiatives in the IT organization.

 Risk Management and Mitigation:

• Develops and maintains a risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate program-level risks.
• Works with program and project teams to ensure proactive risk mitigation and contingency planning.
• Monitors changes in the business environment that could impact program success and adapts accordingly.

Performance Reporting:

• Establishes performance metrics and KPIs to measure program and project success.
• Provides detailed reports and dashboards to senior leadership on the progress, health, and outcomes of programs.
• Analyzes data to identify trends, successes, and areas for improvement.

Continuous Improvement:

• Reviews and refines program and project management processes, tools, and techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Encourages feedback from program managers and stakeholders to drive innovation and process improvements.

We are a globally, diverse, and multicultural organization with ~8,000 colleagues operating out of 40+ countries earning about 3b EUR in 2023. In addition to a competitive salary and benefit package, we provide an environment where individuals can apply their expertise and discover their potential through many different career opportunities and locations. For more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers Come join us!