Senior Project Manager
About Glow25 Glow25 is a fast-growing beauty & pro-aging company from Berlin. Our mission is to empower people with scientifically grounded, effective products and experiences that deliver visible and lasting impact. We operate end-to-end: from product development to brand, operations, and international commerce. We are now searching for a Senior Project Manager to drive our high-impact strategic initiatives across products, markets, and functions. The ideal candidate is a strategic generalist with excellent project leadership skills, stakeholder management competence, and a strong bias for execution. Role Purpose You will own and deliver core strategic projects across teams, commercial models, product initiatives, and cross-functional business operations. You will drive feasibility analyses, rollout plans, and end-to-end execution with measurable business outcomes. You are responsible for project governance, timeline adherence, financial control, and transparent reporting to all stakeholders including, but not limited to the c-level This role does not include direct line management, but it requires the ability to lead without authority, foster alignment, and steer cross-functional teams with clarity and accountability. Key Responsibilities Strategic Projects Lead high-value, high-complexity projects with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Conduct market research and feasibility studies to identify and prioritize strategic trade-offs and value drivers Develop and manage processes, governance structures, and KPIs for new market and regional launches. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Product, Marketing, and Operations to design and maintain strong project governance. Coordinate cross-functional touchpoints (Planning, Performance Review, Cost Centre Allocation) to ensure alignment. Operational Excellence Lead retrospectives and postmortems to drive continuous improvement. Maintain transparent reporting for C-level stakeholders, including dashboards and business reviews. Coordinate external agencies and partners during launch operations. Governance & Financial Control Manage project cost structures, cost centre allocations, and financial adherence. Track KPIs and business outcomes against forecasted targets. People & Leadership (without direct reports) Drive ownership, documentation excellence, and accountability within project environments. Influence stakeholders at all levels through structured communication and strategic clarity. Qualifications Experience 4–6 years of experience in project management roles (strategic, cross-functional, or commercial environments) Skills & Competencies Strong strategic and analytical thinking; including project management and delivery frameworks (waterfall or and agile, such as Scrum) High stakeholder management competence across technical and business functions Excellent process, governance, and execution orientation knowledge of decision making frameworks and methods such as balance scorecard Strong written and verbal communication skills (decision memos, frameworks, reporting) High ownership and “Get-It-Done” mindset Tools GSuite / Google Workspace (must have) Asana, Notion, Slack or similar (nice to have) Languages English (C1) – must have German (C1) – nice to have That’s something you can look forward to: Work flexibly, in the way that suits you best. Work when and where you’re most productive – with flexible hours and smart time tracking Fully equipped from day one. Mac or Windows – you choose what works best for you. Glow Card – your monthly treat. Get €50 every month to spend however you like – that’s €600 a year, just because. Learning is part of the deal. Whether it’s our Glowcademy, dedicated learning time, or personal development support – we invest in you, not just in numbers. Let’s Glow! Enjoy 40% off our entire product range – yes, everything. Take a break – you’ve earned it. 30 vacation days + 1 personal holiday + up to 10 additional unpaid days off when you need a real reset. Oh, and New Year’s Eve? That’s a day off too! Stay healthy, stay glowing. Our company health insurance reimburses up to €600 per year for extras like vision aids, alternative medicine, or dental cleanings. Thinking ahead. After your probation period, we’ll contribute €600 toward your pension plan – and if you add more, we’ll top it up with an extra 20%. Exclusive partner perks. Get access to discounts and special offers from top brands through our corporate benefit platforms. Team spirit to go . Our Glow25 merch is more than just fabric – it’s your badge of belonging. Culture that truly shines. For five years in a row, we’ve been recognized as a Top Company on Kununu – proof of the strong, positive, and genuine culture we live every day. Move your way. From workouts to wellness retreats – you decide how to stay active. Choose between Urban Sports Club or Wellpass. Yay! You’ve made it this far! But there’s one more thing we want to say: Don’t hesitate! Especially if you’re a woman, or from an underrepresented group. Even if you don’t check every box, we want to encourage you to apply anyway. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives and experiences makes a team stronger – and the stronger our team is, the better we can fulfil our mission of helping people bring more energy into their daily lives.