IT Project Manager & Application Owner

The CompanyImerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with 3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.The PositionIT Project Manager & Application OwnerJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager & Application Owner to fill a hybrid role within our IT department. This individual will be responsible for both leading the successful, end-to-end delivery of different sizes of IT projects and for assuming full lifecycle ownership of one or more key business applications.This position will focus mainly on the “Project Delivery” and “PPM (Project Portfolio Management)” domains. What We Offer:Competitive compensation packageHybrid work modelA dynamic, multicultural team with opportunities for personal and professional growthAccess to continuous learning and development programsHealth insurance and other benefits tailored to your needsThe chance to work in a global environment, collaborating with colleagues from across Europe and beyondYour Responsibilities:As an IT Project ManagerInitiation & Planning:Collaborate with sponsors to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.Develop detailed project plans, work-breakdown structure and resource planConduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.Establish project budget and track invoices process.RFI / RFP Preparation:Partner with business and technical teams to define detailed requirements for new softwareAuthor comprehensive Request for Information and Request for Proposal documents.Manage the vendor communication and Q&A process.Organize and facilitate vendor demonstrations.Lead the vendor evaluation committee, develop scoring matrices and provide a final selection recommendation.Support the procurement and legal teams during contract negotiation.Execution & Control:Lead project kick-off meetings and regular status meetings.Proactively manage and track project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating as needed.Manage the project budget, tracking actuals against forecast and handling change requests.Prepare and deliver clear status reports and presentations to all levels of stakeholdersEnsure project documentation and deliverables are tracked, reviewed and approvedClosure:Coordinate User acceptance testing and ensure all criterias are met for go-live.Manage the project transition to the operational support team.Conduct post-project reviews and "lessons learned" sessions.As an Application OwnerStrategy & Roadmap:Develop and maintain the 3-5 year strategic roadmap for the application(s), aligning with business objectives.Plan for the application lifecycle, including upgrades, enhancements, and eventual closure.Financial Management:Develop and manage the annual budget for the application(s), including licenses, maintenance, support, and enhancement costs.Continuously track and optimize costsOperations & Performance:Act as the primary escalation point for major incidents and problem management.Monitor application performance, availability, and user satisfaction.Liaise with infrastructure, database, and security teams to ensure the underlying technology stack is robust and secure.Lifecycle & Vendor Management:Manage the backlog of bug fixes and enhancement requestsOversee the release management and change control process for the application.Manage the relationship with the application vendor(s), ensuring adherence to Service Level Agreements and driving value from the partnership.Compliance & Security:Ensure the application adheres to all internal security policies and external regulations.Elaborate compliance and security documentation during project implementationCoordinate regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and disaster recovery testingQualifications:EssentialBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or EngineeringMore than 5 years of practical experience in projects related applicationsDemonstrable experience as an application owner, product managementProject management certification (PMP)Experience working in Agile methodology for managing product backlogProven, end-to-end experience leading RFI/RFP processes, vendor evaluation, and selection.Strong experience managing external vendors and managed service providersExperience of working within a culturally diverse global companyFluent or native English speakerKnowledge and experience on Google workplaceDesirableKnowledge and experience with technical fields ( application architecture, servers and applications services troubleshooting,...)Conversant in French would be advantageousWhy Join Imerys?At Imerys, we believe in fostering a work environment where employees can thrive. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources needed to succeed and grow in their careers.Position TypeFull timeandPermanentOnly technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:recruiting.support@ imerys.comPLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. SummaryLocation: Athens, GreeceType: Full time