Project Manager

2 weeks ago


Pune, Maharashtra, India NielsenIQ Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year
Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to support our Global Finance Operational Leadership, Delivery and Global Process Owner (GPO)  teams to drive Optimization, Efficiency, Improvement and Transformation.

This newly created role is a strategic addition to the Finance Operations Enablement team, designed to drive transformation and optimization initiatives across the organization. As the dedicated Project Manager for Finance Operations, you will lead complex projects, support business leaders, and bring structure and rigor to transformation and optimization efforts as part of business-as-usual (BAU). You will be the go-to expert for project delivery, working across all towers and functions, and supporting senior leadership in achieving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Transformation & Project Leadership

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation and optimization projects within Finance Operations, from initiation through execution to closure.
  • Develop and implement project governance frameworks, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic business objectives.
  • Drive multiple concurrent projects, managing resources, risks, and dependencies across global teams.
  • Act as a change agent, supporting business leaders in the adoption of new processes, technologies, and ways of working.

Enablement & Stakeholder Management

  • Partner with functional leaders, Global Process Owners, and Service Delivery teams to identify, prioritize, and execute transformation initiatives.
  • Provide expert project management support to the Enablement team and all business towers, including Record to Report (RTR), Procure to Pay (P2P), and Order to Cash (O2C).
  • Facilitate regular project reviews, steering committees, and stakeholder updates, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Transition & Optimization Expertise

  • Lead transition projects within Finance Operations, including migrations, process redesigns, and system implementations.
  • Apply best practices from previous transition and transformation management office experience to ensure smooth execution and minimal disruption.
  • Support continuous improvement activities, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies.

Project Management Excellence

  • Establish and maintain project management standards, templates, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Utilize advanced project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet) to track progress, manage risks, and report outcomes.
  • Maintain a central repository of project documentation, lessons learned, and best practices.
  • Drive regular cadence and a drumbeat across the projects and workstreams.

Digital Enablement & Innovation

  • Support the rollout and adoption of automation (RPA, GenAI) and digital initiatives, collaborating with RPA CoE and EIT teams.
  • Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through enablement programs and workshops.
Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in project management, transformation, or transition roles, preferably within Finance Shared Services or GBS environments.
  • Proven track record of leading multiple large-scale projects and transitions in a multinational finance organization.
  • Strong proficiency in project management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Lean Six Sigma).
  • Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, etc.) and data analysis platforms.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to drive consensus and manage diverse global teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and results-oriented mindset.
  • Experience in process improvement, automation, and digital transformation projects.
  • GBS/multinational experience highly preferred.
Additional Information

Our Benefits

  • Flexible working environment
  • Volunteer time off
  • LinkedIn Learning
  • Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.

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