Lead Transformation and Change Management Office (d/f/m)

Business Unit:  Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA
Location: 

Duderstadt, NI, DE, 37115 Berlin, BE, DE, 10405

Contract Type:  regular
Scope of employment:  full-time
Contact Person:  Lea Urbanczyk
Contact Information:  lea.urbanczyk@ottobock.de
Job ID:  8665

Summary Statement

 

The Business Suite program harmonizes the end-to-end care process (treatment circle) across multiple product groups and ten markets. Based on a consolidated process taxonomy (L1–L6), country-specific characteristics are analyzed and evaluated in product-group-specific in-depth reviews and consolidated into a cross-brand target process landscape. AI-driven analyses help identify opportunities for optimization and develop a common baseline. The program is characterized by close collaboration with international business leads, as well as a sophisticated workshop, decision-making, and reporting structure.


In this dynamic and international environment, you will lead strategically relevant transformation, project, and program initiatives characterized by high organizational and technical complexity. You will manage international and cross-functional teams, be responsible for project success in terms of quality, time, and budget, and serve as the central point of contact between the business, management, and other stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities

 

  • You will assume overall responsibility for the successful planning, management, and implementation of complex projects and programs while adhering to time, quality, and budget requirement
  • You will define project goals, scope of work, success criteria, and project organization in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
  • You will develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including resource, budget, and schedule management
  • You will coordinate multiple subprojects and ensure effective collaboration across various functions, locations, and business units
  • You will lead international project teams and foster a high-performing and motivating team culture
  • Your responsibilities will also include analyzing, prioritizing, and actively managing relevant stakeholders at all management levels
  • You will chair project steering and decision-making meetings at the management and executive levels
  • You ensure transparent reporting and regular communication of the project status to executives and decision-making bodies
  • You manage both opportunities and risks - in the event of project deviations, you develop and implement appropriate escalation and solution strategies
  • You are responsible for change management and identify new business opportunities within the project environment
  • You ensure knowledge management and facilitate the sustainable transfer of experience and project documentation
  • You will play an active role in the further development of project management methods, standards, and best practices

Qualifications

 

  • You have successfully completed your degree in business administration, economics, industrial engineering, computer science, or a comparable field
  • You have several years of professional experience managing complex projects or programs in an international and matrix-organized environment
  • You have previously managed strategic, cross-functional initiatives involving a high degree of organizational complexity
  • You have in-depth knowledge of modern project management methods and frameworks
  • You have experience working with various stakeholder groups, up to the business unit and executive levels
  • You possess skills in change management and stakeholder communication and have the ability to communicate changes clearly and successfully engage diverse target audiences
  • You stand out for your strong analytical skills and your ability to structure complex issues and present them clearly
  • Your communication and presentation skills are excellent—and you remain composed even when plans change unexpectedly
  • Your written and spoken German and English skills are excellent

Benefits

 

  • Competitive compensation package
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Flexibility: Flexible work hours and the opportunity for remote work
  • Retirement benefits: Company pension plan, capital-forming benefits
  • Health and well-being: EGYM Wellpass, company sports (e.g., yoga, volleyball, tennis), external counseling for personal and professional matters
  • Mobility: Carpooling platform, access to the company vehicle pool for business trips, bicycle leasing (JobRad & Bikeleasing)
  • Discounts & perks: Corporate benefits and offers from local partners
  • Onboarding & professional development: Personalized onboarding during the Ottobock Welcome Days & training opportunities at the Ottobock Academy

Diversity at Ottobock

We believe in mutual respect, enjoyment at work, and a culture where everyone feels valued. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcome all applications - regardless of gender, age, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background, religion, or sexual orientation. We give special consideration to individuals with severe disabilities when equally qualified.

Your future at Ottobock

Ottobock’s products and services combine over 100 years of tradition with outstanding innovation in the fields of prosthetics, neuro-orthotics, and exoskeletons. Ottobock develops innovative fitting solutions for people with limited mobility and is driving the digitalisation of the industry. Founded in Berlin in 1919, the company has business activities in 45 countries with nearly 9,300 employees worldwide and operates the largest international patient care network with around 400 patient care clinics. Ottobock’s mission of improving freedom of movement, quality of life and independence is deeply rooted in the company's DNA, as is its social commitment: Ottobock has been a partner and supporter of the Paralympics since 1988.

Apply now! Your ideas and commitment will inspire your colleagues and staff, and will further the interests of Ottobock. Be part of a dynamic, growing company with flat hierarchies. We offer a richly diverse field of work, individual development opportunities and extensive qualification programs in our Ottobock Academy.

Please only apply via our online job portal at jobs.ottobock.com. Please quote the Job-ID for the position in question, and also state your earliest starting date and salary requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!