Bpost strives to create an inclusive environment with challenging projects and inspiring collaborations. With our colleagues at the heart of our organisation, we believe in careers rather than jobs. As part of the international group bnode, bpost has transitioned from the Belgian postal operator to a regional and digital expert in parcel size logistics. With a focus on social and environmental sustainability, our people are the foundation of everything we do. We foster a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and career growth, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive and succeedWhat will you do?
bpost is part of the group bnode, a growing parcel & omni-commerce logistics partner in Europe, North America, and Asia. Our ambition is to become a regional and digital expert in parcel-sized logistics by 2029. With over 40,000 employees worldwide, we connect consumers, businesses, and governments by delivering mail and parcels to millions of doorsteps and providing e-commerce logistics services.
Under the leadership of our Group CEO, Chris Peeters, and the Executive Committee, bnode has launched an ambitious company-wide transformation program. The
Group Strategy & Transformation Office
, led by Willem Vanlaer, is responsible for designing and delivering this strategic transformation agenda.
We are building a team of experienced professionals to lead and support high-impact strategic transformation programs: #Reshape2029. The
Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation
plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing these programs, ensuring sustainable change and strategic alignment across the organization.
Your Mission
As a Senior Manager Within The Group Strategy & Transformation Office, You Will Be Entrusted With Leading Strategic Transformation Initiatives That Span Across Business Units And Corporate Functions. These Initiatives Include
* Development of new business offerings
* Post-merger integration
* Operational excellence and quality improvement
* Large-scale digitalization and process redesign
* Customer-centricity and agile organizational transformation
You will typically be assigned to one or more strategic transformation programs for a period of 6–18 months.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead Strategic Transformation Programs
* Co-own strategic transformation projects with business sponsors, ensuring delivery of strategic transformation programs.
* Define, structure, and execute transformation activities in close collaboration with business leaders.
* Actively participate in steering committees and provide strategic input.
* Mobilize stakeholders across the group and ensure initiative owners deliver on transformation goals.
* Conduct detailed analyses and content work to support decision-making and execution.
* Share best practices across initiatives and mitigate risks and interdependencies.
* Develop and Manage Initiative Portfolios
* Engage cross-functional teams and foster effective collaboration.
* Build initiative portfolios aligned with strategic priorities.
* Define KPIs to measure progress and value creation.
* Identify synergies and integration opportunities across initiatives.
* Monitor and Report on Progress of Transformation
* Track program and initiative performance across budget, benefits, timeline, and quality.
* Monitor KPIs and challenge implementation where needed.
* Escalate roadblocks and risks to management and the Executive Committee.
* Provide transparent reporting and prepare presentations for steering committees and leadership.
* Stakeholder Engagement and Change Leadership
* Build strong relationships with initiative owners and key stakeholders.
* Support change management efforts in collaboration with the Head of Change.
* Align with functional and business heads to ensure smooth execution and adoption.
* Ensure high visibility and sponsorship from the Executive Committee
* Team Development
* Coach and mentor Transformation Experts and Associates assigned to your programs.
* Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Who are you?
You Are a Seasoned Strategic Project Or Program Manager With a Strong Analytical Mindset And a Pragmatic, Agile Approach. You Bring
* A Master's degree
* 5–8 years of leadership experience in large-scale program management, ideally in strategy consulting or corporate transformation
* Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills
* A collaborative mindset and ability to build trust across all levels of the organization
* Entrepreneurial spirit and a solution-oriented approach
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Experience in coaching and mentoring teams
* Fluency in Dutch, French, and English
What do we offer?
Like a Long-awaited Parcel, We Want To Make You Feel Welcome And Valued. Our Offer Includes a Competitive Monthly Salary, That Goes Without Saying. On Top Of That, You Can Count On
* Meal vouchers of €8 per working day
* Hospitalization-, group- and disability insurances
* A phone subscription, including 25GB data
* A flexible renumeration plan, which allows you to customize your own benefits. A company car, bike leasing, public transportation, extra days off,... the choice is yours
* Possibility to enter the Federal Mobility plan
* Work/life balance, thanks to flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home
* 20 days of statutory leave and 7 additional extralegal days off
* An end-of-year and performance-based bonus and double holiday pay
* Many benefits from more than 100 bpost-partners
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