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Apply locations Kontich, Antwerpen time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100950

Astara: Global Mobility for a World on the Move

At Astara, we’ve been redefining mobility for over 40 years, connecting people with cutting-edge technology and staying one step ahead. Today, with operations in 19 countries, annual revenues exceeding 5 billion euros, and a diverse team of 3,000+ people from 50 nationalities, we lead the way in automotive distribution and innovative mobility services. We are committed to sustainability, offering environmentally friendly solutions for a cleaner and more responsible future.

We are seeking an experienced Business Project Manager to join our team at Astara Western Europe. This role will involve leading the implementation of several projects across departments and countries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international project management & business transformation.

• Project Management: Lead and oversee the project lifecycle from initiation to completion, ensuring all Business deliverables are provided within the specified timeframes, budgets, and scope/quality.

• Change Management: Drive change initiatives and ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems following the best practices applied to the rollout projects.

• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain continuous communication with the regional business process owners and key-users, regional IT team, corporate strategy and transformation team, and various implementation consultants, to ensure alignment.

• Business Engagement: Engage with local business owners and users to align new requirements with the corporate template while addressing local market and brand needs.

• Project Reporting: Prepare and present regular project status reports, including detailed project scope and progress updates, to the corporate project/program management and project steering committee.

• Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with business units across different markets within the Astara Western Europe region to gather legal and OEM requirements.

• Process Alignment: Ensure alignment with Business Process Owners and IT Business Partners to drive engagement, process redesign, prioritization, and deployment support.

• Leadership and Coordination: Interact with directors to manage expectations, and partner with countries and key business stakeholders.

• Communication: Communicate complex issues in simple terms to various stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.

• You live in Belgium.

• Education: A bachelor or master's degree, preferably in a business or engineering related subject.

• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in project management or business transformation.

• Languages: Proficiency in English and Dutch is essential. French or German is a valuable advantage.

• Skills: Strong leadership, proactivity, and goal-oriented mindset. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Flexibility: Willingness to travel for short periods and work in a hybrid model (1 day remote).

• International Experience: Experience with working in an international context is highly desirable.

• Strategic Role: Be a key player in a high-impact, strategic role that shapes the future of our used car business.

• Innovative Environment: Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic industry.

• Collaborative Team: Work with a passionate and dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation.

• Global Reach: Be part of a company with a strong international presence and a commitment to driving success across Europe.

• Salary: You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with additional benefits (including a company car) and further opportunities for development.

At Astara, we are ahead of the transformation that is taking place in the Mobility sector, challenging the status quo, to make life easier for our customers.

Our Values:

Innovative: Being part of Astara means developing your career in one of the most innovative companies.

Courageous: Belonging to Astara implies taking risks, making difficult decisions, and pursuing innovative ideas.

Human: At Astara, we prioritize a supportive and empowering work environment where employees feel valued, respected, and engaged.

Open-Minded: We are looking for individuals with a diversity of experiences, skills, and ideas.