Head of Project Management (m./f./div.)

The Keenfinity Group delivers professional communication and security solutions that connect and protect people and assets. Following its carve-out from the Bosch Group in mid-2025, it operates as independent company within the portfolio of European investment firm Triton. The Group’s four Businesses include Audio delivering professional communication products of the globally renowned brands Bosch, Electro-Voice, Dynacord, RTS and Telex, IQSIGHT Video Systems, Radionix Intrusion & Access, and KEENFINITY Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). In fiscal year 2025, the group generated revenues of over €1 billion and employed approximately 4,000 people across more than 40 countries.

The Head of Project Management is heading the Conference Solutions Project Management team, as well actively leading own product development and organizational projects.

The team of project managers are driving projects executed both in‑house, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and through ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) partners, ensuring alignment on scope, quality, cost, timelines, and business objectives. As well leading in-house improvement and change projects.

The role acts as the primary point of coordination between internal stakeholders (Research, NPI product development (engineering), quality, sourcing, branding, operations) and external ODM/OEM partners.

Further this role assures accountability across the internal and external stakeholders, driving for a high performance culture and efficient/effective new product development.

The Head of Project Management further assures the success of the team by building their competences in line with the organization expectations, contribute to the optimization of project development processes and continuous improvement of cross department corporation.

1. Project management leadership

• Define and lead the project management strategy in line with the company vision, growth objectives and priorities
• Oversee all running development projects to support portfolio planning and resource forecasting
• Build, mentor, and scale a high‑performing Project Management team
• Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration and accountability.
• Pro-actively contribute to the overall organizational targets  

1. Project Planning & Delivery

• Lead end‑to‑end product development projects from idea, feasibility, and design through validation, industrialization, and market launch
• Assure timely definition of project scope, product requirements, timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables with a continuous focus to maximize business value (MVP, shortened development timelines, budget optimalization)
• Manage project execution using structured project management methodologies (e.g. stage‑gate, Agile, hybrid)
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation actions

1. In‑House Product Development

• Steer cross‑functional internal project teams including engineering, product management, branding, quality, suppliers, supply chain, and manufacturing
• Track design changes, documentation, and version control
• Support prototype builds, testing, certifications, and design validation

1. ODM/OEM Partner Management

• Act as the main project team interface between the company and ODM/OEM partners
• Align and optimize ODM/OEM development activities with internal product requirements, specifications, and timelines
• Review and challenge ODM/OEM schedules, cost breakdowns, and deliverables
• Manage communication, escalation, and issue resolution with ODM/OEM'

      5. Risk, Quality & Compliance

• Identify project risks related to schedule, cost, technology, suppliers, and compliance
• Ensure product development complies with applicable standards, regulations, and company processes
• Support quality issue resolution during development and ramp‑up

       6. Continuous Improvement

• Drive for optimization of project execution
• Improve project management processes, tools, and ways of working
• Capture lessons learned and best practices from completed projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering,  Business Economics, or a related field
• 5–7+ years of experience in managing complex product development projects, both in‑house development as well externally developed products (ODM/OEM)
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and stage‑gate processes
• Experience working with cross‑functional multi-site teams and international suppliers
• Preferable experience in leading a team of experienced project manager
• Strong project planning and organizational skills
• Excellent stakeholder and supplier management capabilities
• Clear, assertive communicator with strong negotiation skills
• Able to manage complexity, ambiguity, and changing priorities
• Structured, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven
• Comfortable working across technical and commercial domains
• Good English skills both verbal and in writing

Tools & Methods (Nice to Have)

• Project management tools (e.g. Polarion, DevOps, MS Projects)
• Product lifecycle management (PLM) systems (e.g. Arena)
• Experience with NPI, DFM/DFA, and industrialization processes
• Familiarity with regulatory and certification processes

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

Hybrid work system (2 days at the office)

‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and general clinic)

️ Canteen

️ Free parking lot

️ Sports and health related activities (gym) 

Training opportunities (i.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications

Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

Exchange with colleagues around the world

Access to great discounts in partnerships and products

All our positions are open to people with disability

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At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.

We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self.

Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed. When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.