Project Manager (French Speaking)

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team and manage high-impact projects for a global leader in paints, coatings, and specialty materials. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional project management expertise, fluency in French, and a proven ability to deliver results in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with diverse management levels, including senior executives
• Partner with project leaders, project sponsors, and the wider project team
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and manage stakeholder engagement effectively
• Oversee vendor management and relationships, ensuring high service standards
• Lead large-scale projects involving IT and non-IT components, spanning multiple domains, regions, and functions
• Manage multi-SBU/Function and multi-regional programs with varying levels of complexity
• Drive an integrated change control process while maintaining project alignment with objectives
• Identify project risks and implement effective risk management strategies, mentoring team members on the process
• Stay abreast of industry trends and contribute to defining project management best practices
• Propose and support continuous improvement initiatives for project processes
• Guide cross-functional teams located across geographies while adeptly managing and resolving conflicts
• Establish and uphold project management best practices tailored to project goals
• Act as a mentor and provide constructive feedback to team members to ensure skill development

Requirements

• Four-year degree or higher in Information Systems Management, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Project Management within IT or a related domain
• Experience in SAP, Oracle, Concur, and SEEBURGER, as well as ideally in legal electronic invoicing
• Knowledge of project management methodologies
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
• Background in vendor management and enterprise-level project delivery
• Expertise in coaching teams, fostering growth, and managing conflicts effectively
• Strong communication skills, with proficiency in technical writing and presenting complex concepts
• Capability to influence business stakeholders using functional and business insights
• Flexibility to work remotely while ensuring high productivity without direct supervision
• English level of minimum B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for effective communication

Nice to have

• PMP or PgMP certification
• Experience with Azure DevOps
• Understanding of Scaled Agile Framework

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn