On Senior Lead - Project Manager, Operations PPM & PMO

At a Glance

We are seeking a Senior Lead Project Manager to strategically lead highly complex, large-scale cross-functional projects that drive business transformation across Operations and Supply Chain, from initiation through global deployment. Based in our Zurich office, you will be a critical driver within our dynamic Operations PPM & PMO, partnering closely with Technology, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders to ensure exceptional project execution and significant business impact. This role requires strong strategic leadership coupled with a solid awareness and understanding of how IT systems and technologies support complex project execution, organizational change, and process re-engineering.

Your Mission

• Strategically manage highly complex, cross-functional projects that drive significant business transformation across Operations and Supply Chain, guiding them through all phases from strategic initiation and detailed discovery to execution, successful deployment, and global roll-out.
• Serve as the lead Project Manager for critical, high-impact system transformation and process optimization initiatives specifically within Operations and Supply Chain, often involving multiple interdependencies and significant organizational change.
• Actively contribute to our Operational Excellence targets and future company growth objectives, identifying and facilitating solutions that yield measurable improvements and competitive advantages for operational efficiency.
• Champion organizational scalability through streamlined system and process landscapes that address current challenges and anticipate future needs within Operations and Supply Chain.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship on advanced agile project management methodologies and best practices, influencing project approaches across the organization.

Your Story

• Demonstrated passion and 8+ years of progressive, hands-on project management experience, with a significant focus on leading large-scale, complex cross-functional transformation projects, especially within Operations and/or Supply Chain.
• Mastery of advanced Project Management tools and methodologies, with a track record of tailoring approaches to diverse project needs and organizational contexts.
• Exceptional ability to assume ultimate ownership of multiple, complex projects simultaneously, navigating dynamic environments, managing competing priorities, and adapting methodologies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, and problem-solving abilities, capable of dissecting multifaceted challenges and developing innovative, long-term solutions for operational and supply chain excellence.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with extensive experience influencing and navigating complex organizational dynamics.
• Business proficiency in English is required.

Meet Your Team

Join our forward-thinking Operations PPM & PMO Team, dedicated to challenging and enhancing our existing processes to facilitate future growth and efficiency, all while prioritizing customer-centricity. Collaborating with global functions and regions, we are committed to achieving Operational Excellence through innovative thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and leveraging the latest technologies.

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically - to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.