PMO Opex Manager

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group. With subsidiaries in 30+ countries and partners worldwide, our custom solutions support nearly every industry - from automotive to food processing. Join us to drive innovation, sustainability, and lasting impact - Together beyond lubrication. Some of your Benefits Diversity & Inclusion Corporate Events Personal Development Safe Environment Employee discounts - Salzburg - Hybrid Work Klüber Lubrication Austria Ges.m.b.H. You support our team as PMO OPEX MANAGER (F/M/D) **Responsibilities**: - Coordinate and support regional projects and initiatives - Maintain project structures, tools, and documentation (e.g. SharePoint, IDEA) - Prepare and follow up on meetings, reviews, and presentations - Support GPA processes and KPI tracking - Communicate with HQ and internal stakeholders across operational and strategic levels - Develop and implement a regional OPEX strategy and roadmap - Establish project governance and prioritization structures - Implement project management standards across departments - Initiate and support improvement projects (e.g. Lean, Kaizen, Change) - Define, monitor, and visualize KPIs (incl. Power BI) - Organize and moderate formats such as OpEx Days, Awards, and Reviews - Build internal networks and promote best practices across the organization **Qualifications**: - Completed higher education in business, engineering, organizational development, or a related field - Practical experience in project management, coordination, or operational excellence - Knowledge of process optimization and KPI development - Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint) - Experience with project management tools (e.g. Campana & Schott, SharePoint, IDEA) - Further education or certifications in project management (e.g. IPMA, PMI, Lean Six Sigma) desirable - Fluent in German - Very good English skills - Willingness to travel within the CEE region - Ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively - Experience working with international HQ structures The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additional Information Sandra Ferreira