Senior IT PMO / IT Portfolio Manager M/F

Senior IT PMO / IT Portfolio Manager M/F A leading European provider of services to rail operators, manufacturers, and local authorities, Akiem offers its 100 customers in 22 European countries a fleet of over 760 locomotives and 42 passenger vehicles, as well as solutions covering the entire rolling stock value chain. Akiem runs a comprehensive, certified Entity in Charge of Maintenance (ECM) industrial ecosystem built around a pan-European network of workshops and extensive inventories of spare parts for the maintenance of the rolling stock supplied to its customers. About the role As part of our accelerating IT and digital transformation, we are hiring a Senior IT PMO / IT Portfolio Manager to strengthen governance, drive portfolio execution and support strategic programs. This is a key role working closely with executive leadership, combining portfolio governance, transformation management, executive reporting and delivery oversight in an international industrial environment. Key responsibilities IT Portfolio & Governance Structure and manage the IT project portfolio (PPM) Define governance standards, project lifecycle and decision frameworks Ensure alignment between priorities, budget and resources Manage prioritization, dependencies and risks IT Governance & Internal Control Strengthen governance and internal control practices Contribute to frameworks (e.g. COBIT) and audit readiness Track action plans, IT risks and compliance Executive Reporting Prepare materials for Executive Committee, Steering Committees and Audit & Risk Consolidate KPIs, risks, financials and project status Deliver clear, decision-oriented reporting Strategic Program Support Act as PMO lead on key transformation programs Coordinate internal teams, business stakeholders and partners Ensure governance discipline and continuous improvement Financial & Vendor Management Support IT budget monitoring and portfolio financial tracking Consolidate forecasts and resource allocation Contribute to vendor governance Profile Experience 10+ years in PMO, IT governance or large-scale program management Strong exposure to structured environments (governance, audit, transformation) Experience working with senior stakeholders Industrial / infrastructure environment is a plus Key skills IT governance & portfolio management PMO methodologies and program steering Executive reporting & strong synthesis skills Risk management, audit and internal controls Budget tracking & cross-functional coordination Nice to have COBIT or similar frameworks IT audit, cybersecurity or regulated environments Soft skills Structured and delivery-oriented Strong strategic mindset with operational rigor Excellent communication and stakeholder management Pragmatic, hands-on and able to challenge constructively Education & languages Master’s degree (Engineering, IT, Business…) Certifications (PMP, Prince2, COBIT…) are a plus Fluent English required (French is a plus) Why join Akiem? High exposure to executive leadership Key role in a major international transformation Combination of industrial and digital challenges High-impact position with strong visibility Don’t hesitate—join a motivated and dynamic team within an inspiring group that truly values strong, human relationships :) Talent Pool Notice: Even if this position does not perfectly match your profile, we would be delighted to include you in our Talent Pool and contact you regarding future opportunities. At Akiem, we believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of performance and innovation. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Département Corporate Functions Role IT Locations Saint-Ouen, France Remote status Hybrid Employment type Contract About AKIEM A European provider of services to railway operators, manufacturers, and local authorities, Akiem offers its more than 90 clients in 22 European countries a fleet of 760 locomotives and 42 passenger vehicles, as well as solutions covering the entire value chain of rolling stock: Locomotive rental Maintenance and services Passenger train rental The majority of its more than 450 employees are based in France, Germany, Poland, Sweden, Italy, Hungary, and the United Kingdom. Akiem manages a complete and certified industrial ecosystem as an Entity in Charge of Maintenance (ECM), built around a pan-European network of workshops and large stocks of spare parts for the maintenance of rolling stock provided to its clients.