About Ionway

At IONWAY, our mission is to make sustainable e-mobility accessible to all. A joint venture between PowerCo and Umicore, IONWAY is driving the future of large-scale production of cathode and precursor materials — taking a leading position in the battery value chain.

Backed by the combined expertise of PowerCo and Umicore, we foster a collaborative culture where innovation thrives. Batteries rely on complex chemical processes and critical raw materials — and at IONWAY, it’s the dedication and diverse talents of our people that bring this technology to life. For us, teamwork isn’t just a value — it’s how we power progress.

IONWAY offers a truly distinctive work environment: the energy and agility of a trailblazing startup, grounded in the stability and experience of two global industry leaders.

Responsibilities

As the Global PMO Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the success of IONWAY’s strategic initiatives. Leading a high-performing team of project managers, you will oversee a global portfolio of key projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering measurable impact. You will also take the lead on select high-priority projects, while establishing and guiding best practices in strategic planning and risk management. This is a unique opportunity to influence the direction of a growing international organization and drive operational excellence at scale.

• Lead and continuously improve the Global PMO function to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence.
• Manage and mentor a team of project managers, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and professional growth.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Personally lead selected high-impact projects, driving cross-functional collaboration and measurable business outcomes.
• Provide governance, oversight, and executive-level reporting across all major initiatives.
• Design, implement, and manage frameworks for strategic planning, project delivery, and risk management.
• Proactively identify risks and roadblocks; implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate regular reviews and decision-making processes for the Board of Directors (BoD) and Board of Management (BoM).
• Define, standardize, and enforce best practices in project and risk management across the organization.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 20+ years of progressive experience in international PMO leadership or consultancy, with a strong track record in project financing and leading high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience in the industrial sector, ideally in chemicals or automotive.
• Expertise in strategic planning, project portfolio management, and risk governance, combined with solid financial and business acumen.
• Proven ability to balance detail orientation with big-picture thinking in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic and results-driven mindset.
• Capable of managing multiple complex projects across geographies and functions.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.
• Strong alignment with IONWAY values.

What do we offer

• Full-time position in a flexible hybrid work model — 3 days in the office, 2 days working remotely.
• Flexible start hours to suit your lifestyle (between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM).
• Annual performance bonus to reward your contribution and impact.
• Extensive benefits package, including: company car, life insurance, Medicover Sport card, prepaid meal card.
• Private medical care with Luxmed for your health and peace of mind.
• 100% employer-funded training and development programs to support your career growth and certification goals.
• A unique chance to co-create the culture and environment of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.