bpost

Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation

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Job Description

bpostgroup strives to create an inclusive environment with challenging projects and inspiring collaborations. With our employees at the heart of our organization, we don’t believe in jobs, we believe in careers. bpostgroup is evolving from a Belgian postal operator to a regional and digital expert in parcel size logistics. With a focus on social and environmental sustainability, our people are the foundation of everything we do. We believe in fostering a culture that supports diversity, inclusion, and career growth—ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. What will you do?bpostgroup is Belgium’s leading postal operator and a growing parcel & omni-commerce logistics partner in Europe, North America, and Asia. Our ambition is to become a regional and digital expert in parcel-sized logistics by 2029. With over 40,000 employees worldwide, we connect consumers, businesses, and governments by delivering mail and parcels to millions of doorsteps and providing e-commerce logistics services.Under the leadership of our Group CEO, Chris Peeters, and the Executive Committee, bpostgroup has launched an ambitious company-wide transformation program. The Group Strategy & Transformation Office, led by Willem Vanlaer, is responsible for designing and delivering this strategic transformation agenda.We are building a team of experienced professionals to lead and support high-impact strategic transformation programs: #Reshape2029. The Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing these programs, ensuring sustainable change and strategic alignment across the organization.Your MissionAs a Senior Manager Within The Group Strategy & Transformation Office, You Will Be Entrusted With Leading Strategic Transformation Initiatives That Span Across Business Units And Corporate Functions. These Initiatives IncludeDevelopment of new business offeringsPost-merger integrationOperational excellence and quality improvementLarge-scale digitalization and process redesignCustomer-centricity and agile organizational transformationYou will typically be assigned to one or more strategic transformation programs for a period of 6–18 months.Key Responsibilities Lead Strategic Transformation ProgramsCo-own strategic transformation projects with business sponsors, ensuring delivery of strategic transformation programs.Define, structure, and execute transformation activities in close collaboration with business leaders.Actively participate in steering committees and provide strategic input.Mobilize stakeholders across the group and ensure initiative owners deliver on transformation goals.Conduct detailed analyses and content work to support decision-making and execution.Share best practices across initiatives and mitigate risks and interdependencies. Develop and Manage Initiative PortfoliosEngage cross-functional teams and foster effective collaboration.Build initiative portfolios aligned with strategic priorities.Define KPIs to measure progress and value creation.Identify synergies and integration opportunities across initiatives. Monitor and Report on Progress of TransformationTrack program and initiative performance across budget, benefits, timeline, and quality.Monitor KPIs and challenge implementation where needed.Escalate roadblocks and risks to management and the Executive Committee.Provide transparent reporting and prepare presentations for steering committees and leadership. Stakeholder Engagement and Change LeadershipBuild strong relationships with initiative owners and key stakeholders.Support change management efforts in collaboration with the Head of Change.Align with functional and business heads to ensure smooth execution and adoption.Ensure high visibility and sponsorship from the Executive Committee Team DevelopmentCoach and mentor Transformation Experts and Associates assigned to your programs.Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Who are you?You Are a Seasoned Strategic Project Or Program Manager With a Strong Analytical Mindset And a Pragmatic, Agile Approach. You BringA Master’s degree5–8 years of leadership experience in large-scale program management, ideally in strategy consulting or corporate transformationStrong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skillsA collaborative mindset and ability to build trust across all levels of the organizationEntrepreneurial spirit and a solution-oriented approachExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalExperience in coaching and mentoring teamsFluency in Dutch, French, and EnglishWhat do we offer?Like a Long-awaited Parcel, We Want To Make You Feel Welcome And Valued. Our Offer Includes a Competitive Monthly Salary, That Goes Without Saying. On Top Of That, You Can Count OnMeal vouchers of €8 per working day Hospitalization-, group- and disability insurances A phone subscription, including 25GB data A flexible renumeration plan, which allows you to customize your own benefits. A company car, bike leasing, public transportation, extra days off,... the choice is yours Possibility to enter the Federal Mobility plan Work/life balance, thanks to flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home 20 days of statutory leave and 7 additional extralegal days off An end-of-year and performance-based bonus and double holiday pay Many benefits from more than 100 bpost-partners #bpost #bpostgroup #

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