Group PMO Manager

Job title:

Group PMO Manager

Company

Sarens

Job description

Versatile. Specialist. Advisor.As Project Management Office Manager at Sarens Group, you understand and capture our Talent Acquisition needs by keeping close contact with our HR Business Partners and HR Managers globally. You advise and assist local business units to attract top talent key-positions and ensure their mobility across Sarens Group’s various Business Units.Join the force behind #Nothing too heavy, Nothing too high.The Sarens Group is looking for a driven Group PMO Manager to establish and lead a Project Management Office that oversees strategic, cross-functional initiatives and actively manages a selection of them. You will report directly to the Group Strategy Manager and collaborate closely with the CEO and other C-level executives across departments in a truly international business environment.Your job as a Group PMO Manager in a nutshell:

• PMO portfolio management

Set up and manage the Group PMO structure, tools, and governance;
Oversee the PMO project portfolio and manage interdependencies across departments and business units;
Connect and collaborate with IT, digital, and functional stakeholders to align cross-functional projects;
Gather, analyze, and translate business needs into clear functional and technical specifications;
Provide tailored support to Project Managers through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring structure and accountability;
Lead Steering Committee meetings with the CEO, Group Strategy Manager, and C-level stakeholders;
Build strong ties with global stakeholders including regional directors, country managers, and finance teams;
Continuously improve project methodologies, reporting structures, and workflows.
Active project management
Take ownership of selected strategic projects and drive them forward with a hands-on and structured approach;
Ensure timely execution by aligning stakeholders, managing timelines, and holding teams accountable for deliverables. * Functional strategySupport department heads in shaping their functional strategies and translating them into concrete action plans;
Help prepare for Corporate Management Meetings by reviewing and challenging content, highlighting cross-functional links, and proposing appropriate reporting frameworks. * C-level reporting and business analysisPrepare impactful presentations and dashboards for the Executive Committee and Board of Directors;
Conduct strategic analyses (e.g. capex investments, competitive positioning, operational efficiency, market trends);
Use BI tools, data insights, and structured reporting to support fact-based decision-making;
Leverage your understanding of IT environments, ERP systems (Nav, SAP, D365, in-house), integrations, and data flows to steer digital projects effectively.—ABOUT YOU
You are an analytical and hands-on professional with a passion for structure and results. You enjoy collaborating across departments and geographies and you thrive when managing complex projects with impact. Your strong communication and coordination skills help you gain buy-in from stakeholders and steer them towards shared goals. You love turning strategic thinking into practical execution.The profile requirements:

• A relevant academic degree (e.g. engineering, business economics, MBA) or equivalent experience;
• Proven experience in a PMO or senior project management role;
• PM certification (e.g. PMP, Prince2) is a plus;
• Familiarity with waterfall, lean, agile, or scrum methodologies;
• Solid analytical and reporting skills – strong command of Excel and VBA;
• Experience with project management and BI tools;
• Affinity with IT systems, ERP environments, and digital transformation;
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills;
• Fluent in English (other languages are a plus);
• Interest in the heavy lifting/construction industry is an asset;
• A no-nonsense, pragmatic, and results-driven mindset.

ABOUT USOur noble mission at SARENS? To be the reference in crane rental, heavy lifting and engineered transport. “Nothing too heavy, Nothing too high” is not just a baseline, it reflects our behavior as an organization and the mindset in which we believe. Every day we strive to provide our customers with the best possible service, with an eye for safety and quality. This becomes reality by adhering to our 5 core values, our hands-on mentality, our rich fleet of technical equipment and of course all of our fantastic employees!
Do you invest in Sarens? Then we would also like to invest in your personal growth trajectory by offering training (from our own training center, on-the-job or external) and encouraging horizontal and/or vertical shifts.
The flat structure and the more informal atmosphere within our Belgian family business ensure that there is room to add a personal touch to your position. The international character of our company challenges us to think big, to evolve and to continue to strive to be the best!—You give some, you get someThis is a high-impact role where you help shape the future of Sarens Group through strategic project execution. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with our C-level, influence key decisions and be part of a strong network of internal stakeholders across the globe.A contract of indefinite duration – fulltime position (40 hours/week) with flexible working hours. * Legal holidays and public holidays + 12 additional compensatory days.

• An attractive salary with numerous benefits such as meal vouchers, bike leasing, net expense allowance, company car with fuel card, medical insurance DKV, group insurance, mobile phone with subscription, laptop…
• Interesting training and career opportunities. – You own your future!
• Nice working atmosphere and motivated colleagues!
• Place of employment: Sarens HQ Belgium – 1861 Wolvertem.

Expected salary

Location

Wolvertem, Vlaams Brabant

Job date

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 23:06:41 GMT

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