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Manager - Strategic Innovation Projects (f/m/x)

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ZEISS Group

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Oberkochen

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in natural/life science, engineering, or economics, project management experience, strong communication skills, financial acumen, and fluency in English and German.
  • You will prepare presentations, align campaign goals with OKRs, manage stakeholders, derive action items, oversee financial planning, and facilitate communication between teams and management.

Requirements

  • A degree in natural science, life science, engineering, or economics with outstanding grades
  • An additional PhD or MBA degree is a plus
  • Distinctive professional experience in dynamic working environments such as Consulting or Venture capital gained during the last around 3 years
  • Track record in project management abilities, including the capacity to structure and communicate intricate content
  • Excellent commercial acumen and financial planning skills
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the aptitude to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Keen interest in investigating complex problems
  • A resourceful team player with a willingness to help others succeed
  • Proficiency in English and German, both in written and spoken communication

Responsibilities

  • Assisting in the preparation of Beyond fields and board presentations
  • Establishing OKR set-up and helping the team align campaign goals with OKRs
  • Independently collaborating with all team members on Key Results and associated initiatives
  • Deriving action items from OKRs and moving the team into action
  • Accountability for preliminary financial planning
  • Organizing and structuring governance meetings
  • Project specific stakeholder management
  • Moderating the communication between team and management

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Manager - Strategic Innovation Projects role?

The main focus is to assist in structuring new businesses within ZEISS, specifically within the Beyond Innovation vehicle, by driving high-risk business development and exploring new markets and technologies.

What are the primary responsibilities of this position?

Primary responsibilities include preparing presentations for Beyond fields and boards, establishing OKR setups, collaborating on Key Results, deriving action items, financial planning, organizing governance meetings, stakeholder management, and facilitating communication between teams and management.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A degree in natural science, life science, engineering, or economics with outstanding grades is required. An additional PhD or MBA is considered a plus.

How much professional experience is expected for this role?

The ideal candidate should have around 3 years of distinctive professional experience in dynamic environments like Consulting or Venture Capital.

What skills are essential for the Manager - Strategic Innovation Projects?

Essential skills include project management abilities, commercial acumen, financial planning skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a keen interest in solving complex problems.

What language proficiency is required for this position?

Proficiency in English and German, both written and spoken, is required for effective communication.

Who will I be collaborating with in this role?

You will collaborate closely with several stakeholders, including team members across different functions, management, and other departments within the ZEISS organization.

Is there an opportunity for advancement in this position?

Yes, given the strategic importance of innovation within the organization, there may be opportunities for career advancement based on performance and business needs.

What is the company culture at ZEISS like?

ZEISS promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and support, encouraging team members to help each other succeed and facilitating cross-functional teamwork.

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ZEISS Group

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1846
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue totaling 10 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (status: 30 September 2023). With around 43,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in almost 50 countries with around 30 production sites, 60 sales and service companies and 27 research and development facilities (status: 30 September 2023). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.