Lead Technical Program Manager, People Technology (f/m/x)
As the People Technology Lead Technical Program Manager, you’ll be in a key leadership role within the Global People Technology Tribe at HelloFresh. You’ll be responsible for the program management of our strategic People Technology programs across HelloFresh group, and will be responsible for driving projects and programs using Agile methodologies, assuring a high-quality delivery in all our People Technology Squads and offerings (Service Support, Service Delivery and Strategic Projects).
You will work in a very hands-on manner to reduce risk to delivery in People Technology initiatives, and to improve the operational efficiency of all People Technology services. You’ll add value to the Tribe by using your communication, risk management, problem solving, project management and technical knowledge, and will be a key enabler to HelloFresh’s vision for a People Function and wider business enabled by HR Technology.
What you’ll do- Be responsible for standardizing and managing project and program management processes and practices within the Global People Technology Tribe, establishing and enforcing program management standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Create and maintain a consolidated and consistent view of all People Technology projects and programs which can be used to effectively manage the tribe and communicate critical information to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Manage the lifecycle of strategic People Technology projects using an agile framework - overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of People Technology projects and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Organize and run various agile ceremonies to support agile program execution and delivery, engaging teams from Product Management and People Tech Engineering.
- Engage in project estimations and reporting on project performance, budget, and delivery.
- As an individual contributor, provide program management leadership, guidance, and day-to-day execution support for the People Technology Tribe and support the development of People Technology Project Managers to build their project management capabilities and grow their skills.
- Establish and control project scopes at the high level so that all the efforts are aligned with the overall People Technology strategy.
- Proactively identify, communicate and resolve risks and issues that arise in People Technology initiatives and track the progress and completion rates of tasks so they can be easily understood and actioned by leadership and stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison between technical teams and HR departments to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements.
- Promote a culture of learning, feedback, ownership and continuous improvement.
- 5+ years experience in Technical Program / Project Management, ideally in People Technology Programs / Projects.
- Deep understanding of Agile product development methodologies
- A working knowledge of the HR function and HR key concepts.
- The ability to work independently and to proactively identify new opportunities to improve what we deliver in People Technology and how we deliver it.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, being clear and concise in both written and verbal communication.
- You are highly organized and have a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence others.
- An ability to engage with senior stakeholders and tailor your engagement approaches accordingly.
- You have the ability to look across a proposed solution and understand the end-to-end, identify improvements and gaps that may exist, and convince others on technical improvements.
Join one of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion.
- Immerse yourself in a diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.
- Enjoy a competitive compensation package that goes beyond the norm, with perks like a HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme , Berlin relocation support, and a Hybrid working model.
- Elevate your lifestyle with exclusive discounts on your weekly HelloFresh box and office meals.
- Plus, we've got your well-being covered with mental health support, transportation perks, and working-parent-friendly benefits. From our 24/7 gym access, wellbeing platforms like Headspace and Spill, to sabbatical leave options. HelloFresh is not just a workplace; it's a lifestyle of perks and possibilities!
About HelloFresh
HelloFresh is on a mission to change the way people eat, forever!
Since our 2011 founding in Europe’s vibrant tech hub, Berlin, we’ve become the world's leading meal kit provider, delivering to over 4.2 million households worldwide in 14 countries across 3 continents.
Our more than 17,000 employees from over 70+ nationalities are the heart and soul of our diverse, fast-paced and dynamic environment where innovation and smart, fast action is encouraged.
We will encourage you to make an immediate impact in your area of work as well as empower you to grow your career with us.
Are you up for the challenge?
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At HelloFresh we embrace and welcome diversity and we currently employ over 7,000 individuals globally who contribute to this. We employ individuals based on their ability to perform a job rather than on the basis of their: race, national origin, color, caste, social origin or position, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, political opinion, marital status or any other characteristic. We encourage everyone to apply and will give everyone equal consideration. We are an equal opportunity employer – everyone is welcome at our table.