Project Manager - Enterprise SaaS
Job Description
We’re proud to support global leaders like Nestlé, Bosch, Mars, and Danone in their digital transformation journeys and as part of the IFS family, our reach and impact continue to grow globally.Own and deliver a flagship transformation in Oil & Gas.This isn’t a typical project management role. You’ll take ownership of a strategic “lighthouse” engagement with a global player in the Oil & Gas sector, one of the most important deployments in our portfolio, and a key stepping stone for expansion across the energy industry. You’ll operate at the center of a sophisticated delivery ecosystem, working alongside a Big 4 systems integrator and our parent company, IFS.
Success here doesn’t just mean delivering a project - it means setting the standard for how Poka scales in complex, high-stakes industrial environments.About the roleAs Project Manager, you’ll lead the end-to-end delivery of Poka’s deployment within a single, highly strategic enterprise engagement. This program includes multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and dependencies, requiring strong coordination, structure, and leadership. You’ll orchestrate delivery across a complex partner ecosystem, including the client’s internal teams, Poka, IFS, and a global systems integrator - ensuring alignment from site-level operations to executive governance.
The flagship deployment focuses on four high-impact production use cases:Operator rounds : digitizing daily field inspections and readingsDigital work procedures : enabling structured, guided execution of operational tasksWork order requests : frontline-initiated maintenance flows integrated with IFS CloudElectronic work permits : integrations with permit-to-work systems supporting safe execution of high-risk activitiesWhat you’ll be doingLead the end-to-end delivery of this strategic enterprise engagement, ensuring successful implementation and long-term value realizationServe as the single point of accountability across Poka, IFS, the client, and their implementation partnerOrchestrate delivery across a complex partner ecosystem, aligning multiple stakeholders with different priorities and ways of workingTranslate between operational realities at refinery/site level and executive-level program governanceAct as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, building trust and driving alignmentCoordinate cross-functional teams (Professional Services, Content, Analytics, Integrations) to deliver against scope, timelines, and quality expectationsProactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, and drive resolution across organizationsEnsure clear communication, reporting, and governance structures are in place across all partiesTravel to Paris, typically once per month, for on-site collaborationWhat you bringProven experience managing complex, enterprise-level SaaS or software implementation programsExperience working with ERP, EAM/CMMS, or similarly integrated enterprise systemsStrong track record of delivering in multi-party environments (client, partners, SIs, internal teams)Executive presence and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, including client VPs and consulting partnersAbility to operate across both strategic and operational levels - comfortable in the field and in the boardroomExcellent coordination and leadership skills, with a knack for bringing clarity to complex environmentsExperience in Oil &Gas or heavy industry is a strong advantageFluency in French is a significant plusWillingness to travel regularly to ParisWhy PokaWork on a strategic, high-impact global account with real visibility, defining how Poka delivers in the energy sectorBe part of a fast-growing, innovation-driven company within the IFS ecosystemCollaborate with international teams across North America and EuropeHelp shape how some of the world’s largest industrial organizations operate and improveWhat we offerDynamic and collaborative work environment.Generous vacation policy upon arrival.Remote work policy.A truly flexible schedule that allows you to adapt your work hours.Benefits Plan offered from day one.MacBook Pro and €500 allowance for your home office.Generous referral bonus.The tools, support, and opportunities you need to keep learning and progressing in your career.English is essential at Poka, as it is the language used during company-wide meetings and many internal communications. In an international environment, English is also the primary language for communicating with clients and partners to enable effective collaboration.#J-18808-Ljbffr