Group Project Efficiency

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Who are we?

A global leader in its markets, Vallourec provides premium steel tubular solutions for the energy sectors and other highly demanding applications: from extreme-condition oil and gas wells to next-generation power plants, bold architectural projects, and ultra-high-performance mechanical equipment.

Founded in 1890, Vallourec is a leading French industrial group listed on the SBF120, employing 16,000 people worldwide and generating annual revenues of approximately €5 billion. Operating in 20 countries, the Group has a truly global footprint.

Vallourec also comprises 40 production facilities, 380 researchers and technicians, 3 research and development centers, and invests more than €45 million in R&D every year.

Leveraging its long-standing expertise in the energy sector, Vallourec is actively preparing for the future by developing innovative solutions that support the energy transition, including carbon capture, hydrogen storage, and geothermal energy.

Job Description

Vallourec is looking for a Strategic Project Manager M/F to join its headquarters in Meudon (Paris, France).

As part of the team responsible for the Group's strategic transformation, the Strategic Project Manager will contribute to the definition and execution of key strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing Vallourec's performance, competitiveness, and long-term growth.

Position Context

As Vallourec continues to transform and strengthen its global operations, the Strategic Project Manager will play a key role in supporting both the development of the Group's strategic plan and the execution of major transformation programs.

The position offers exposure to a broad range of strategic and operational topics, requiring close collaboration with business leaders, corporate functions, and operational teams across the organization.

Projects may range from long-term strategic planning and performance improvement initiatives to cross-functional transformation programs involving commercial, industrial, supply chain, logistics and finance activities.

Main Responsibilities

Contribute to the Group's Strategic Planning

• Support the development of the Group's medium- and long-term strategic plans.
• Conduct market, competitive, and business performance analyses.
• Develop business cases and strategic recommendations.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and decision-making materials.
• Contribute to the definition and monitoring of the Group's strategic roadmap.
• Identify opportunities to create value and improve performance.

Lead Strategic and Transformation Projects

• Support the design and implementation of strategic transformation initiatives across the Group.
• Structure and manage projects from planning through execution.
• Coordinate stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.
• Facilitate governance meetings and steering committees.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Monitor KPIs and assess project impact and value creation.

Support Business and Operational Teams

• Work closely with industrial, commercial, supply chain, logistics, finance, and corporate teams.
• Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Challenge current ways of working and propose pragmatic solutions.
• Support change management efforts and drive stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with regional, business, and corporate stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration across the organization.
• Ensure alignment between strategic objectives and operational execution.
• Navigate effectively within a complex and international environment.

Profile

• Master's degree from a leading Engineering School, Business School, or equivalent.
• Ideally 5 to 10 years of professional experience in strategy consulting, transformation, strategic project management, or within a corporate strategy function of a large international organization.
• Previous experience in an international industrial environment is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English is mandatory. French.

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Solid project management capabilities.
• Ability to structure complex topics and formulate actionable recommendations.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational and ope