Strategic Program Manager (f/m/x) Technology & Innovation - Fixed Term (2 Years)
You will play a key role in shaping and driving strategic technology and transformation initiatives across ZEISS. You will provide structure, transparency, and coordination in complex, cross-functional environments while supporting leaders, experts, and stakeholders in turning ideas into impact Your tasks: Coordinate strategic technology, innovation, and transformation initiatives across ZEISS Design and coordinate innovation events, community activities, and communication initiatives Drive projects and cross-functional activities from planning to execution, ensuring that agreed actions and decisions are implemented Organize and facilitate workshops, steering committees, and stakeholder engagements Prepare analyses, presentations, and recommendations, identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
Shape and improve strategic tools, processes, and digital collaboration platforms Your Profile You are passionate about turning strategy into action and thrive in complex, cross-functional environments. You enjoy bringing structure to ambiguity, connecting stakeholders, and driving initiatives from concept to execution What you bring: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business, technology, innovation management, or a comparable qualification 2–3 years of experience in project management, governance support, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional collaboration Strong analytical thinking with excellent problem-solving and structuring capabilities Outstanding communication, facilitation, and presentation skills A proactive, collaborative, and execution-focused mindset Experience in knowledge management, community building, and digital collaboration platforms, for example SharePoint or comparable tool Experience with technology roadmapping, strategic planning, and portfolio-oriented thinking A high degree of technical affinity and openness to modern technologies, including practical experience with or a strong interest in AI-supported ways of working.Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Friederike Kirklar-Harms