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Project Manager Ventures - Full Time - Winterthur, Switzerland

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

We are looking for a Project Manager Ventures to join our Group Funtion in Winterthur, Switzerland.

In this role you will play a pivotal role in identifying new business opportunities, managing innovative projects, and fostering strategic partnerships. This role combines analytical thinking, project leadership, and financial acumen to bring cutting-edge ventures to life.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy navigating ambiguity, and are excited to shape the future through innovative solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and assess market potential.
• Plan and manage projects for acquiring existing businesses and implementing new innovative business ideas.
• Monitor and analyse the financial performance of venture businesses.
• Propose and implement strategic actions based on financial data insights.
• Conduct detailed market, competition, and target group analyses to inform decision-making.
• Analyse and assess potential corporate investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Identify and establish strategic partnerships to create synergies with existing Sulzer businesses.
• Participate in company visits to evaluate potential venture partners' strategies and business models on site.
• Plan and monitor project budgets to ensure cost compliance and accountability.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field;
  MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in project management with a background in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is highly desirable.
• Strong business acumen in organising and implementing complex projects, ideally with a focus on: new business development; Innovation management; company valuations.
• Affinity for innovations, trends, and emerging technologies; analytical and strategic thinking skills; results-driven mindset.
• Fluency in German and English is a must.

What we offer you:

• 25 days holiday (exclusive of bank holidays) + service days
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program/health care
• On-site car parking/public transport allowance
• Access to a wide range of discounts

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Alexi Donadoni at alexi.donadoni@sulzer.com. Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
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