Welcome to ZEISS - a company that combines innovation and responsibility! Our corporate divisions are diverse and make a decisive contribution to the strategic orientation and sustainable success of the ZEISS Group.

All financial matters of the company are managed within Service Accounting and Tax (SAT) Department. We are looking for a Junior Project Manager (m/w/x) to join us at the earliest possible date.

The junior Project Manager is a critical support role within the SAT-X pillar of the Services Accounting & Tax (SAT) department, responsible for ensuring effective project execution across strategic initiatives such as ERP roll-ins (e.g. S4/HANA), process governance integrations, and future transformation programs. The individual ensures project governance, monitors timelines, supports risk management, and ensures accurate reporting to department leadership.

Deliver organizational and administrative support to department leaders and project teams

Monitor and track project milestones, deliverables, and dependencies across multiple workstreams

Facilitate cross-functional coordination and ensure alignment with governance requirements

Prepare status reports, dashboards, and meeting documentation for senior stakeholders

Support risk and issue tracking, including follow-up on mitigation actions

Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of project management practices

Relevant work experience in PMO, project support, or administrative roles within a multinational environment

Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet)

Remarkable skills in organization, communication, and multitasking

Fluency in English; German is a plus

Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset and the ability to work under pressure

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