Program Manager

The Job

Transition is the magic word at STICHD these days. We are in an exciting phase as a company, and our Program Management team plays an important role in ensuring we bring strategy and execution together from a project point of view.

As a Program manager, you will be responsible for the planning, execution and closing of projects according to scope, deadlines and budget. You ensure alignment between different projects, cross-functional project team members and other stakeholders to drive business success. Your main responsibility will be to deliver measurable project results, managing implementation milestones and due dates, and creating awareness of dependencies and risks. You keep the bigger picture in mind while making sure plans are translated into action.

The Program Manager we are looking for will focus on strategic projects where business transformation is the main objective. Their interests and expertise should therefore align with this focus. These transformations are heavily dependent on and supported by changes in our core enterprise systems, such as PLM, ERP (SAP S/4HANA), WMS and/or the integration of these systems.

For the coming two years, the focus of the person in this role will be on managing multiple connected projects to gradually replace our warehouse management system. The program’s roadmap has been defined, and implementation is already partly underway: a perfect moment for you to step in and own it. You will be required to bring with you experience in managing complex projects with similar technical and organizational impact.

Your Mission

Project Planning

• Define the executional approach for the project’s scope and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Define detailed project plans, including resources, timelines and budget.

Project Execution

• Lead teams in the implementation of a program and underlying project plans.

• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members and follow up on progress.

• Monitor progress and recognize upcoming challenges or risks. Define, propose and implement countermeasures.

Quality Control

• Ensure program and project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.

Budget Management

• Track project expenses and ensure they stay within budget.

• Prepare financial reports and forecasts related to program and project expenditures.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Plan well in advance and report potential escalations to senior management and other stakeholders in a timely manner.

• Provide regular updates on status and successes to the program stakeholders, the wider company and your colleagues within the PMO team.

Project Closing

• Oversee the completion of program and project deliverables and ensure they are handed over to the relevant stakeholders.

• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement.

Your Talent

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• You bring 8+ years of work experience in project and/or program management.
• Advanced knowledge of Program and Project Management methods (e.g. PRINCE2, IPMA, AGILE, or any other relevant method).
• Proven background and profound understanding of a company’s IT landscape and its underlying complexity.
• Strategic mindset and experience in translating strategic thinking to tactical planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Process-oriented, structured, and organized approach to managing multiple priorities.
  

This role is based in Den Bosch, the Netherlands. Working remotely from other countries is not possible.
To apply for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the Netherlands. We will not apply for work or residence permits.

We Offer

• Our salaries are based on 38 hours per week, but full-time work is 40 hours per week. Instead, you choose between a lot of holidays; 40 per year ór choose for a 40-hour salary per month with still 28 holidays. You can switch every six months;
• Annual bonus scheme;
• New hires (introduction) days;
• Great offer of e-learnings and a training offer for personal development;
• Enough free fruit for you daily vitamins;
• Provided lunch for low cost;
• Choose between a lease-bike, NS Business Card or travel by car for € 0,25 per km (>10km).
• 8% holiday allowance, employee insurances and a good pension scheme;
• Employee discount on the PUMA, Levi’s, Fuelforfans and BMW Lifestyle websites;
• Hybrid working. On a full-time basis 3 days in the office and 2 days at home (incl. allowance for home working);
• Flexible working hours, modern workspace and a good working atmosphere;
• International working environment with colleagues of more than 50 different nationalities;
• Wellbeing activities (e.g. yoga, pilates and bootcamp) and an in-house gym;
• Community involvement (STICHD impact tool);
• STICHD drinks 5/6x per year in the city center of Den Bosch;
• Work hard, play hard. Our STICHD-events are legendary.
  
  

About Us

We like to think of ourselves as a family of experts.

Ok, we know what you’re thinking: at over 700 members, that’s a pretty big family. But what we really mean is that, whatever our skills or our story, whatever the task or the time pressure, we’re in it together. Pushing each other, backing each other and believing in each other, always.

We’re one STICHD. And that matters, because this one company does a lot.

We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create products that people love. From socks and underwear to swim and fanwear. From PUMA and Levi’s to Formula 1 and Manchester City. From design and logistics to retail and events. From our HQ in the Netherlands to sales offices and logistics centres all over the world. Like we said: a lot.

Why join us?

Because at STICHD, you get the best of both worlds. The buzz and exposure of working on a global scale with the world’s biggest brands. The freedom and flexibility to find your own passion and follow your own path. But most of all, because we care. We really care. About our brands and products. About each package and every fan’s experience. About one another.

We have some amazing people at STICHD. People with different backgrounds and skillsets, perspectives and personalities. Global leaders in their field who always stay curious, grounded and never stop learning.

Does this sound like it could be you? Click ‘apply’ and show us what you’ve got!

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STICHD provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at STICHD and PUMA, and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At STICHD and PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically.