Program Manager IT

Edenred is a global leader in the employee benefits sector, offering companies digital solutions dedicated to improve the well-being of people at work.

A digital platform that connects 60 million users and over 2 million affiliated businesses in 44 countries through about 1 million corporate clients. In Italy, the ecosystem involves 3 million users, over 180.000 corporate clients and more than 300.000 affiliated establishments, making its network the most widespread, present in every Italian country.

Edenred’s solutions improve quality of life and strengthen employee engagement—from lunch breaks to leisure time, personal care, and sustainable mobility. Meal vouchers, shopping vouchers and corporate welfare tools are tailored to all types of organizations and employees. They support HR departments, make companies more attractive and efficient, and stimulate both the labor market and the local economy.

True to the Group’s purpose “Enrich connections. For good.”, these solutions develop and enrich connections that empower businesses and promote inclusive solutions, placing people, the environment, and local communities at the center through a concrete ESG commitment.

Edenred’s 12,000 employees are dedicated every day to making the world of work a more connected, safer, more efficient, and more responsible ecosystem.

In 2024, thanks to its global technology assets, the Group managed close to €45 billion in business volume, primarily carried out via mobile applications, online platforms and cards.

Edenred is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and included in the following indices: CAC Large 60, Euronext 100, Euronext Tech Leaders, FTSE4Good, DJSI Europe Index, DJSI World Index, and MSCI Europe.

YOU WILL VIBE WITH US

We are looking for a Program Manager to join the Technology Department, with the objective of supporting the management and coordination of complex technology transformation programs.

The role will be responsible for ensuring the end-to-end governance of strategic initiatives impacting multiple systems and business functions, guaranteeing stakeholder alignment, activity monitoring, risk management, and delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and management of complex technology transformation programs, ensuring coordination across multiple project streams.
• Collaborate with Technology and Business teams to translate system evolution needs into structured project initiatives.
• Monitor program progress through project KPIs, milestones, and performance indicators.
• Manage and coordinate program governance activities, ensuring alignment between IT teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring continuity and effectiveness of delivery.
• Support the definition and implementation of program management frameworks and methodologies within the Technology department.
• Ensure coordination across initiatives involving multiple platforms and application systems, particularly in projects related to: digital channel evolution, legacy system modernization, and system/platform integration.
• Prepare reporting and monitoring materials for management and program steering committees.

WE WILL VIBE WITH YOU

• Degree in Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Experience (approximately 5–10 years) in project/program management roles, preferably within IT or digital transformation environments.
• Solid understanding of the dynamics of developing and managing complex, multi-system technology projects.
• Experience coordinating both technical and business stakeholders.
• Familiarity with program and project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid models).
• Ability to define and monitor project KPIs, milestones, and risk management processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in digital transformation or legacy system modernization projects.
• Project/program management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) are a plus.

OTHER DETAILS

• Permanent Contract
• Gross Annual Salary (RAL) starting from € 48.000, determined on the basis of objective and transparent criteria, including professional experience gained, specialized technical skills, the level of autonomy and responsibility required, and alignment with the company's compensation and job classification framework
• Performance bonus in line with the company's incentive plan
• Comprehensive health benefits, including supplementary medical insurance, accident protection and life coverage

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND HIRING PROCESS

Edenred fosters an inclusive workplace grounded in equal opportunity, with recruitment and career development processes based on fairness, transparency, and merit.

Candidates are assessed without discrimination on the basis of gender, age, ethnicity, social background, nationality, sexual orientation, personal or religious beliefs, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.