Project Management Team Leader Project Management Team Leader Les Andelys, Normandy, France SpotLIGHT of the job As Project Management Team Leader , you will play a key role in driving successful product development projects in line with the global roadmap and project management standards. You will lead and develop a local team of Project Leaders while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and quality. This role combines hands‑on project leadership with team management, stakeholder alignment, and process excellence , acting as a key interface between local and global management. Responsibilities Project Management Leadership Lead and develop the local Project Management team, ensuring all team members apply global PM frameworks, tools, and processes Act as the owner of project execution excellence, ensuring milestones, KPIs, and targets are achieved across all projects Serve as the first escalation point for project conflicts, risks, and deviations Project Delivery & Portfolio Execution Take overall responsibility for ongoing projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, budget, and quality Lead selected projects yourself, acting as a role model for best‑in‑class project management Monitor progress, manage risks, issues, and changes, and drive corrective actions where needed Planning, Resources & Budget Coordination Collaborate closely with R&D and key stakeholders to estimate effort, plan resources, and align project delivery with the product roadmap Ensure transparency and adherence to the global R&D budget Oversee the delegation of work to Project Leaders and balance resources across projects Stakeholder & Management Interface Act as the main interface for local and global management on all project management topics Provide clear, structured project and portfolio reporting Support cross‑site alignment for complex or system‑level projects Team Development & Process Improvement Coach, challenge, and support Project Leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders in project management topics Ensure appropriate training, development plans, and performance management for team members Drive continuous improvement of project management processes and standards in alignment with the global PMO Skills & Experience We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. Your motivation and potential matter more than perfection: You have at least five years of job experience in project, portfolio, or process management in international environments, ideally with proven experience leading or coordinating project teams. You have a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic development processes. Experience in the industry sector is a must. If coming from a different domain, you should then bring a solid technical understanding and the ability to quickly learn mechanical, electrical, electronic and lighting solutions, ideally supported by an Engineering degree or equivalent (Bac+5). You bring resilience, reliability, and high integrity as a team player, combined with strong communication skills and the ability to operate confidently across management levels and multicultural environments. You communicate with clarity and credibility, effectively liaising with stakeholders at all levels. You have strong budget, cost, and profitability management skills. Fluency in English (spoken and written) and conversational basics of French is mandatory. Knowledge of quality and process standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001) is a plus. A Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is a plus. You have the availability to travel outside of UE occasionally. What matters to us We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability. As the contact person for this position, a great candidate experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7 days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can best support you throughout the hiring process. Talent Acquisition Partner Lucia Costa T +351 918 662 840 Who we are At the Zumtobel Group, we are passionate about designing and producing light that empowers humans and brings architecture to life. We continuously push the boundaries in our search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence and efficient performance. Through light, we create spaces that inspire. As we develop the next generation of lighting, we consider the wellbeing of people and nature. Our lighting is designed for our customers and their individual aspirations. We guide them into a new world of opportunities – as a group, and through all our individual brands, Thorn, Tridonic and Zumtobel. Learn more about our Group in our enlightening video - where WE LIVE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives. Follow us: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT. We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic, functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance quality of life. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do — shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future. WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME. While we have grown from a family business into a global organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture remain integral to our identity. APPLY HERE