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. ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with diverse management levels, including senior executivesPartner with project leaders, project sponsors, and the wider project teamFoster relationships with stakeholders and manage stakeholder engagement effectivelyOversee vendor management and relationships, ensuring high service standardsLead large-scale projects involving IT and non-IT components, spanning multiple domains, regions, and functionsManage multi-SBU/Function and multi-regional programs with varying levels of complexityDrive an integrated change control process while maintaining project alignment with objectivesIdentify project risks and implement effective risk management strategies, mentoring team members on the processStay abreast of industry trends and contribute to defining project management best practicesPropose and support continuous improvement initiatives for project processesGuide cross-functional teams located across geographies while adeptly managing and resolving conflictsEstablish and uphold project management best practices tailored to project goalsAct as a mentor and provide constructive feedback to team members to ensure skill development RequirementsFour-year degree or higher in Information Systems Management, Computer Science, or a related fieldMinimum 8 years of experience in Project Management within IT or a related domainExperience in SAP, Oracle, Concur, and SEEBURGER, as well as ideally in legal electronic invoicingKnowledge of project management methodologiesStrong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skillsBackground in vendor management and enterprise-level project deliveryExpertise in coaching teams, fostering growth, and managing conflicts effectivelyStrong communication skills, with proficiency in technical writing and presenting complex conceptsCapability to influence business stakeholders using functional and business insightsFlexibility to work remotely while ensuring high productivity without direct supervisionEnglish level of minimum B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for effective communication Nice to havePMP or PgMP certificationExperience with Azure DevOpsUnderstanding of Scaled Agile Framework We offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn