Program Director - Digital Transformation

Program Management Executive

We are seeking an experienced Program Management Executive to lead and oversee our mobile applications, Azure cloud backends, web interfaces, and legacy integrations.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of translating executive leadership ambitions into actionable roadmaps, aligning initiatives with our goals. They will manage project portfolios, ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are respected.

The successful candidate will facilitate effective collaboration with Scrum Masters, Solution Designers, Analysts, and Product Owners. They will act as the bridge between strategic decision-making and operational delivery, ensuring strong governance.

The ideal candidate will prepare and support C-level steering committees with strategic notes, speaking points, and decision frameworks. They will foster an agile culture while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

Requirements

• Work onsite minimum 2 days/week, determined by customer
• Professional proficiency in Dutch, French, and English
• Civil or business engineer degree
• 10+ years of experience in program/project/portfolio management
• Proven experience in C-level communication (preparing and presenting content for executive boards and supervisory committees)
• 5+ years of experience leading a Project Portfolio Management Office (PMO) (>30 projects, >20 PMs, and budget EUR30M)
• Experience aligning international subsidiaries or affiliates with group-level strategies
• Proven expertise in strategic roadmap creation and implementation
• Lean Six Sigma certified (Black Belt or equivalent)
• At least one reference of an (ex) CIO of a multinational, BEL20 company, or Director General of a Federal or Regional department

Evaluation Criteria

• Communication and reporting skills
• Respect for NMBS values
• Sense of collaboration
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to summarise and conclude short discussions effectively
• Capacity to steer and align teams
• Leadership

Highly appreciated: SAFe / Agile practices, Change Management, Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement

From every associate we expect:

• Sense of responsibility and ownership
• Strong communication skills (written, spoken, and presentation)
• Ability to work independently and introduce best practices
• Flexibility, initiative, and willingness to go the extra mile
• Strong team player with ability to challenge and stand up in discussions
• Remote work up to 3 days/week is possible, with flexibility depending on business needs.