Transition Manager - M&S Services
Budapest, Hungary Regular Posted on Dec. 11, 2025 Closing on Jan. 11, 2026Transition Manager - M&S Services
Location: Budapest
Job type: Permanent, Full time, Hybrid (as per policy)
Our Team:
This position is part of Business Operations BU, within Global Hub Operations and Transitions Management organization and reporting to the Transition Architect.
Global Transitions Management is the team managing Business Operations transitions to deliver the BO strategic roadmap both now and for the future.
The role will provide transition leadership to implement strategic initiatives and will be responsible for managing and implementing transitions to deliver value in the end-to-end processes. This role is focused on initiatives of high complexity, that can span transversally across end-to-end process areas and regions, in an environment with a high degree of interdependent changes and advanced technologies.
Main responsibilities:
Transition management throughout the transition life cycle.
Develop & drive transition plan(s) at the right level, identifying sequence of activities, durations, dependencies, milestones, deliverables, resources, etc. Ensure transition methodology, operational policies and processes are consistently applied and adhered to (e.g. legal, regulatory, quality, internal control, etc.).
Manage and report on actual progress against plan, providing regular visibility to overall transition status (e.g. accomplishments, next steps, issues, risks, action items, interdependencies, etc.).
Facilitate/lead transition and transversal meetings and/or workshops as required, typically involving cross-functional teams at the global and/or regional level. Establish rules for decision making and issue resolution protocols that enable/empower teams efficiently and effectively.
Prioritize, challenge, and resolve issues and proactively identify/manage transition risks (e.g. Risk Assessments).
Define & lead the change management components to increase employee adoption and utilization (e.g. stakeholder impact management, communications, training, etc.).
Monitor progress of project for business value (benefits planned vs. actual), document lessons learned and best practices, and close out project summarizing achievements & improvements.
Experience:
Proven experience (at least 7 years) in transitions or consultancy in shared services sector.
Strong manufacturing & supply chain background and process understanding is a must have.
Operational experience with processes is a plus.
Proven track record of project oversight.
Soft skills:
Excellent stakeholder management skills.
Excellent written and oral communication & interpersonal skills.
Self-starter, initiative-taker, and ability to work independently under pressure and deliver high level of customer service.
Exceptional multi-tasker, able to establish priorities and timelines.
Ability to lead and motivate transition teams, team members with indirect reporting relationships across multiple geographies.
Efficient analytical skills; attention to detail.
Technical skills:
Programs, Project and/or Change Management certification (e.g. MSP, PMP, Prosci) is a plus.
Agile certification (e.g. Scrum Master, Product Owner, etc.) is a plus.
Knowledge of LEAN/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies – Certifications in these areas a plus.
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a business or project management related field.
Languages: Fluent in English.
Why choose us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team in an international work environment
Work from an "Office of the Year 2023" award winner with flexible home office policy
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
An individual and well-structured introduction and training of new employees and we will dedicate a Buddy for you to better navigate in your first weeks
Join a great community & special events (Monthly Board Game Nights, Summer Events, Well-Being Lectures & Sport Clubs)
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