IT Project Manager

Location: ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands/ Milan, Italy/Mainz, Germany

Ready to be our next BlueRock-er? We’re on the hunt for candidates that not only have outstanding skills and expertise, but also align with our core values:

• Bottom-up approach : we believe that our BlueRockers unique and varied perspectives bring the “Aha!” moment” to the table. We encourage various ideas and opinions in our decision-making process at all levels. We are approachable and transparent in sharing all information. 
• Laughter: we have fun while working hard to achieve our common goals. Sharing funny stories or making jokes with each other is in our DNA.
• Upbeat: together we spread positive vibes in the working environment-either online or onsite.
• Enthusiastic: we always find the passion for  what we are doing.
• Results-oriented: we strive to define the most effective path to achieve our goals and remain perseverant on the way.
• Ownership: we believe offering employees opportunities to take ownership is a win-win situation. You enjoy the satisfaction and challenge of independent projects, and we count on them to do the best thing for our business.
• Challengers: we are impressed by how BlueRockers approach challenges. They fight without fear! We see “problems” as opportunities for solutions. 
• Knowledgeable: BlueRockers are always thirsty for knowledge and constantly invest in their expertise.

BlueRock TMS – Smarter all the way

BlueRock was founded in 2013 by industry veterans with a mission to simplify logistics. We believe that our academic roots and expertise in Logistics, Data Science, and Software Development provide us with a unique perspective to identify our clients’ needs. Our innovative TMS platform integrates insights, daily operations, and continuous optimization in a singular holistic platform. We provide a cohesive software solution that eliminates fragmentation and enhances the performance of our clients’ networks.

Our fresh, intelligent, and broad offering has attracted both logistics service providers and large multi-national shippers. We encompass everything from the strategic planning to the operational execution by 16 module TMS in four functional pillars: pre planning, execution, visibility, and performance management. At the moment, we currently serve over 30 countries worldwide, with offices located in key logistic positions across the globe (The Netherlands, Germany, UK, Italy, Canada, UAE, and Singapore).

BlueRock cares strongly about contributing to a better world, we actively participate in social equality initiatives and adhere to SDG principles and goals. We also believe in the future of sustainable logistics and are committed to reducing the transportation footprint on the world. We are strongly convinced that our TMS platform will enable the reduction of CO2 emissions and traffic congestion and facilitate sustainable infrastructure in line with SDG goals nine “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation” and thirteen “Climate action”.

How you will pave the way of your future with BlueRock

Working as IT project manager at BlueRock TMS means you play a key role in the success of our projects. You own outstanding leadership and technical expertise to guide the team to deliver projects to customer satisfaction.

The role includes the following key responsibilities:

• Responsible for running multiple projects at a time, from start to finish
• Managing external IT-partners & Third parties
• Maintain key relationships with customers (i.e. project profitability, budget overview, change requests, SLA discussions, handle complaints, etc)
• Being accountable for on-time and on-budget delivery
• Manage go-lives organization including pre-implementations activities (i.e. data migrations, connections in productions, downtimes, etc)
• Being the “linking pin” between business and our technical department
• Oversee internal priorities, assigning tasks to the team, and determining project plans (timelines, milestones and software development resources)
• Developing detailed project plans in order to track process
• Lead workshops to define scope and growth opportunities
• Being responsible for post go-live ongoing support
• Assisting the business to clearly define project requirements and scope
• Ensure project momentum is always maintained
• Measure and report on project performance and status
• Performing risk management to minimize project risks
• Manage escalations (i.e. change of scope, quality problems, urgent bugs, delays, etc)

Who you are and beyond:

• At least 5 years of experience as IT Project Manager
• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Administration, or other related fields
• Strong background in IT with experience in software development life cycle
• A strong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing IT operations best practices
• Open-mindedness, trustworthiness, critical thinking and proactiveness
• Team-player mentality
• Proven organisational skills: ability to plan, track, troubleshoot to complete projects on time
• Time management: able to monitor,delegate, and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Decision making: effective in understanding criteria involved in making decisions and assisting others to make them
• Problem solving and conflict management: measuring alternatives against objectives and identifying tradeoffs to determine which possible solution is best;
• Versatility and ability to work under pressure: good stress tolerance
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications and competencies.

Experience as Scrum Master is considered a good asset

Going the extra miles is the mindset embedded in our DNA. 

We are currently doing hybrid work (2-3 times/week at the office-negotiable) so you can maximise your productivity. In addition, we also offer international career opportunities depending on our business growth.

As a BlueRock-er, your benefits will include but not limited to:

• Competitive compensation
• Commuting allowance
• Company devices (Macbook, iPhone with a mobile subscription, etc)
• Commuting allowance
• Employee Participation Plan
• Employee Referral Program
• An attractive relocation plan (when applicable)
• Opportunities to take initiative and gain hands-on experience. Our motto: You learn by doing
• A vibrant international working environment
• Broaden your marketing experience in Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

By having bottom-up responsibilities and self-development opportunities, you will aim for significant impact and also maximise your potential. You will find yourself comfortable in our international team with high spirits working in a result-oriented and challenging environment driven by IT changes. Last but not least, you will also have fun and more flavours are waiting for you to enjoy as part of the Bluerock TMS team!