Transition Manager

Title: Transition Manager - GES ESO
Location: Hyderabad
As a Transition Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing service transitions to ensure a seamless handover between business units and external partners. This includes creating and executing detailed transition plans that outline tasks, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements. You will collaborate closely with project teams and cross-functional departments to ensure full alignment with transition objectives and deliverables. The Transition Manager will lead the transition of services between BP/GES and GES/BPO, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. In addition to service transitions, the role may also involve supporting other projects as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end transition strategy & solution, along with the process owners by consolidating relevant inputs from cross functional teams, in line with the solution
• Participate in/lead Pre-Transition Workshops to gain further insight and fine tune the transformation solution
• Create comprehensive transition plans outlining key milestones, timelines, and deliverables
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to keep them informed about progress.
• Identify potential risks associated with transitions and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee hand-over upon completion of the implementation project
• Appropriately record project activities, accurately track, and concisely report project statuses
• Manage escalations and effectively utilize higher management in resolving challenging problems
• Deliver project within budget, scope and timeline

We Bring

• The chance to contribute to shaping the future system and its impact for years to come.
• A role that is in direct exchange with business colleagues to specify requirements for future solutions.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to employees across the business.
• A team of diverse employees who aren't afraid to think outside of the box.
• A truly global and collaborative team that cares about the experience of our employees.
• A role that is highly visible and allows you to build your brand.
• A caring and supportive environment where you're empowered to grow and share your ideas.
• A safe, inclusive workplace where you feel welcome.

You Bring

• Bachelor's/Master's degree
• 8–10 years of experience in managing complex Transition Projects, ideally Process Transformation Projects, including workshop facilitation
• Strong Project management skills, preferably experience in project management tools (e.g. LSS, PMP, Agile, Waterfall and Scrum)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• International experience required
• Knowledge of business cases and capacity planning

The Application Processes
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. For further information, please contact Nisha Tiwari, Talent Acquisition )

Inclusion, Belonging And Equal Opportunity Statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency Statement
We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.