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IoT Strategic Programme Manager

Aggregate function:  Vodafone Business
Business Area:  VB Internet of Things Vertical
Posting Country:  Germany
Date Posted:  28 Aug 2025
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

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.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll do

 

Join Vodafone IoT at a pivotal moment in its growth journey as we continue to transform how people, places, and things connect across the globe. As our IoT Strategic Programme Manager, you’ll lead high-impact programmes that drive innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement across our IoT business. You’ll work closely with senior leaders—including the CEO’s office—to deliver strategic initiatives that shape the future of IoT connectivity, from commercialisation and operating model evolution to mergers and acquisitions. Your work will directly influence how Vodafone IoT delivers smarter, more connected solutions to industries worldwide, helping us stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

 

Role title: IoT Strategic Programme Manager 

Function: Vodafone IoT

Department: Vodafone IoT Business Operations

Location: Dusseldorf or Unteföhring; Germany

 

 

Who you are

 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

 

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

 

  • 7–10 years’ experience in B2B or Carrier-to-Carrier environments, ideally in high-tech or telecoms
  • Proven success in managing complex, cross-functional programmes across international teams
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMP or PRINCE2
  • Confidence in presenting and negotiating at C-level, with excellent English communication skills
  • A proactive, self-starting mindset with a passion for driving change and continuous improvement
  • The ability to influence, engage and motivate stakeholders at all levels
  • Experience in setting up governance structures and managing programme risks effectively
  • A curious and inclusive approach to problem-solving, with a commitment to collaboration and innovation

Not a perfect fit?

 

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

 

What's in it for you

 

We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.

 

Your strengths and experience count for Vodafone. We also value diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome candidacies from people with disabilities and will give them special consideration if they are equally suitable.We are filling this position for Vodafone IoT with office base in Düsseldorf.

 

Would you like to get an overview of all our benefits and opportunities at Vodafone? You can find all the information on myHR 

Who we are

 

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

 

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

 

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

 

Together we can.

 

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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.

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