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Cross International partners with Ekinops to find their new Head of PMO, a global role at the high-tech forefront. Ekinops is a leading provider of open, trusted, and innovative network connectivity solutions. With headquarters in France, 500 employees worldwide, and multiple R&D centers, Ekinops focuses on research and innovation to develop the newest technologies and disrupt the market. Their key technological focus areas include Optical Transport, Network Virtualization, and Edge Computing, which are used by international service providers and Tier 1 carriers. Ekinops fosters an entrepreneurial and open culture with a customer-centric strategy. They are thinkers and innovators, but also builders. If you want to build and be part of a fast and agile innovator, this is an opportunity for you.
The Head of PMO (Project Management Office) is a pivotal role within Ekinops, responsible for driving strategic project execution across the company. This leader will define and implement best-in-class project management frameworks, ensuring alignment with Ekinops’ strategic objectives. With multiple initiatives running simultaneously, the Head of PMO optimizes resource allocation, monitors project performance, mitigates risks, and fosters collaboration across departments. Acting as the central coordination point between R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, this role ensures smooth execution and delivery of complex projects.
As the Head of PMO, you will lead an international team of eight seasoned project managers. We are not looking for a micromanager but rather someone who supports, facilitates, and helps people grow. In this role, you will also closely engage with key customers, partners, vendors, and suppliers to ensure project success in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
Candidate Requirements
* Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, IT, or a related field
* Extensive experience in project management, program management, and leadership
* Proven track record in managing large-scale, complex projects in a high-tech, telecom, or an R&D-driven environment
* Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies; PMP or Prince2 certification is a plus
* Experience working in an international and multi-cultural environment
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Understanding of telecom and network technologies is beneficial
* Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
* Strategic thinking and sound decision-making ability
* Adaptability to a fast-paced and evolving industry
* Willingness to travel up to 20–30% of the time
* Company language is English; proficiency in Dutch or French is a nice-to-have
About Ekinops
You will have the opportunity to join a scaling company in a global key position. You will report to the VP of Customer and R&D Operations and have a close line with the executive team of Ekinops. If you are innovation-driven, entrepreneurial, and enjoy a fast-paced culture without politics, this is your cue.
Ekinops offers a full remuneration package with fringe benefits. You will be expected to work from the Leuven office three days a week.
Sounds interesting and want to know more? Press the apply button, and we will be in touch shortly.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Project Management
* Industries
* Telecommunications and Technology, Information and Media
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