Technical Product Manager - German Speaking

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

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About this role

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Technical Product Manager to lead the delivery of complex B2B product development projects within VOIS Hungary. This role is pivotal in ensuring that time-sensitive and business-critical initiatives are executed efficiently, aligning with customer expectations, organisational capabilities, and Vodafone's strategic direction. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams, oversee significant budgets, and act as a key liaison between commercial product management and technical delivery teams.

What you'll do

• Lead the implementation of high-impact projects and programmes, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, quality, and timelines.
• Manage project budgets up to €10 million, including planning, forecasting, and financial oversight.
• Execute development projects using waterfall, agile, or hybrid methodologies, adapting to various demand and delivery models.
• Act as the primary interface between local commercial product management and cross-functional teams, including network engineering, IT, customer operations, and external partners.
• Collaborate with commercial product managers during the concept phase to define realistic scopes that meet customer needs and align with internal capabilities.
• Oversee the requirements and solution definition phases, ensuring all functional and non-functional aspects-including security, legal, and regulatory requirements-are addressed.
• Conduct user-centric testing aligned with the customer journey to validate solutions.
• Contribute to product lifecycle management by identifying and implementing enhancements to existing services and customer experiences.
• Manage local governance processes and ensure compliance with internal product management standards.

Who you are

• A strategic thinker with strong conceptual, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Quick to grasp new products, systems, and data structures.
• Experienced in leading large, interdisciplinary teams across functional areas.
• A collaborative communicator with excellent presentation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confident in engaging with senior decision-makers and aligning project goals with business strategies.
• Customer-focused with a strong understanding of market dynamics and economic considerations.
• Proficient in project management methodologies including waterfall, agile, and hybrid approaches.
• Fluent in English and German (minimum B2 level in both languages).

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to lead high-impact, cross-functional projects with significant business value.
• Exposure to international teams and stakeholders across Vodafone's global footprint.
• Involvement in shaping B2B product strategies and lifecycle management.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.
• The chance to influence customer experience and product optimisation at scale.
• A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome
• A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team
• Access to internal and external trainings via other providers
• A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture
• Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)
• Cafeteria package
• Private Medical Services
• Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being and mental health
• Life and accident insurance
• You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year
• 16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption
• You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners
• You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week

What skills you will learn

• Advanced project and programme management across multiple delivery methodologies.
• Strategic stakeholder engagement and governance leadership.
• Deep understanding of B2B product development in a global telecom environment.
• Enhanced capabilities in financial planning, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Cross-functional team leadership and agile collaboration techniques.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

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At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.