Summary of Position
• The Strategic Projects Associate – Enterprise Solutions will play a critical role in supporting Key Account Managers (KAMs) and Head of Enterprise Solutions by managing and coordinating multiple initiatives with Dental Service Organizations (DSOs). This role requires a strong focus on project management, analytics, and strategic insight to ensure successful execution of initiatives and alignment with business objectives.
• The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, a master's degree (preferably an MBA), and at least 2 years of relevant experience within a project management or consulting environment.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities Project Management: • Overall responsibility for planning, coordinating, and managing the implementation of joint initiatives with DSO customers. • Develop project structures, implementation plans, and conduct milestone reviews to ensure timely execution. • Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines and objectives are met effectively. Cross-Functional Collaboration: • Work closely with internal departments, including Sales, Marketing, Education, Customer Services, and Finance, to ensure alignment of DSO initiatives with broader organizational goals. • Facilitate collaboration across Straumann Group teams to drive project success. Analytical and Strategic Support: • Analyze complex business challenges to support KAMs in developing actionable strategies. • Create impactful presentations for stakeholders that showcase data-driven insights and recommendations. • Support decision-making by developing financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses. Communication and Coordination: • Act as a central point of contact, ensuring seamless communication between internal stakeholders and customer teams. • Coordinate with customer stakeholders to align project expectations, timelines, and deliverables. • Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates and reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment on project progress. Qualification and Requirements Required: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Finance; a master’s degree (MBA preferred). • Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, consulting, or a similar role. • Strong project management background with proficiency in tools like Asana, ClickUp, or Monday. • Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills. • Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret and present data effectively. Preferred: • Experience in consulting (strategy or operations) or corporate project management. • Exposure to working in a matrix environment or with corporate organizations. • Familiarity with the healthcare or dental industry. Personal Attributes and Cultural Fit to Succeed in This Role: • Customer Focus: Strong ability to engage and build trust with customers, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions to foster long-term relationships. • Player-learner mindset: Entrepreneurial, taking ownership, and result-driven. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and geographies, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve common objectives and drive organizational alignment. • Communication and Influencing Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization and building strong relationships internally and externally. • Matrix Environment: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a matrix organization, navigating complex relationships and priorities.
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Main Tasks and Responsibilities Project Management: • Overall responsibility for planning, coordinating, and managing the implementation of joint initiatives with DSO customers. • Develop project structures, implementation plans, and conduct milestone reviews to ensure timely execution. • Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines and objectives are met effectively. Cross-Functional Collaboration: • Work closely with internal departments, including Sales, Marketing, Education, Customer Services, and Finance, to ensure alignment of DSO initiatives with broader organizational goals. • Facilitate collaboration across Straumann Group teams to drive project success. Analytical and Strategic Support: • Analyze complex business challenges to support KAMs in developing actionable strategies. • Create impactful presentations for stakeholders that showcase data-driven insights and recommendations. • Support decision-making by developing financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses. Communication and Coordination: • Act as a central point of contact, ensuring seamless communication between internal stakeholders and customer teams. • Coordinate with customer stakeholders to align project expectations, timelines, and deliverables. • Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates and reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment on project progress. Qualification and Requirements Required: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Finance; a master’s degree (MBA preferred). • Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, consulting, or a similar role. • Strong project management background with proficiency in tools like Asana, ClickUp, or Monday. • Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills. • Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret and present data effectively. Preferred: • Experience in consulting (strategy or operations) or corporate project management. • Exposure to working in a matrix environment or with corporate organizations. • Familiarity with the healthcare or dental industry. Personal Attributes and Cultural Fit to Succeed in This Role: • Customer Focus: Strong ability to engage and build trust with customers, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions to foster long-term relationships. • Player-learner mindset: Entrepreneurial, taking ownership, and result-driven. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and geographies, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve common objectives and drive organizational alignment. • Communication and Influencing Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization and building strong relationships internally and externally. • Matrix Environment: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a matrix organization, navigating complex relationships and priorities.
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