Strategy & Transformation Department Manager
Pubblicato il 28-08-2026 - KRUK Italia in Monza
The
KRUK Group
is a European leader in debt management and recovery, with over 25 years of experience and a strong presence across multiple countries, including Poland, Romania, Italy, and Spain. We are the largest company in the sector by market capitalization and strive for operational excellence through innovative and responsible financial solutions that create real value for people. Our mission is to guide customers on a path out of debt, using an ethical, effective, and human-centered approach, while also educating the public on conscious and sustainable financial management. We believe in a world of financial balance built on mutual trust, where promises and commitments are honored. KRUK Italia , active since 2015, is the Group’s leading company in the country, with over 480 employees and offices in La Spezia and Milan. We are a dynamic and steadily growing organization, strongly focused on people development, social responsibility, and collective well-being.
Core responsibilities you’ll face in the position: Lead the Strategy & Transformation Department in consolidating its role as a strategic company function,
responsible for supporting the definition, development, and execution of business strategy and transversal transformation initiatives Partner with the local Board of Directors to identify strategic growth opportunities,
proactively challenging assumptions and contributing to strategic decision-making , and
supporting
their translation into concrete initiatives and programs , while ensuring alignment with key stakeholders at local and central levels Monitor and assess the business model to ensure alignment with Company strategic objectives, proposing improvements and adjustments where needed Define, implement,
and continuously improve the
transformation and program management framework (PMO) ,
ensuring effective governance, prioritization, and execution across initiatives Lead and coordinate a
portfolio of cross-functional projects ,
ensuring delivery of tangible business outcomes
and alignment across departments Drive initiatives related to
ways of working transformation
(e.g. Lean, Agile, process optimization), ensuring practical adoption within the organization Contribute to or lead initiatives related to
data governance and data-driven decision making , supporting business performance and strategic alignment Manage and facilitate
Business Review processes (monthly / quarterly) , ensuring alignment, visibility, and actionable follow-up across stakeholders Establish and reinforce
change management frameworks
(e.g. Problem Solving, Project Management, Innovation), supporting consistency and effectiveness in execution Develop and promote
capabilities in Lean, Digital, and transformation practices , coaching Business Leaders and Project Managers Identify and mitigate risks related to transformation initiatives, ensuring continuity, alignment, and sustainable impact Communicate progress, challenges, and results of key initiatives to senior stakeholders,
ensuring transparency and engagement Qualifications: Must have Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, IT, Engineering) 5+ years of experience in Project / Program / Transformation Management , with exposure to complex, cross-functional initiatives Solid experience in Program Management / PMO environments , including governance of multiple parallel initiatives Experience in
transformation projects , particularly related to
ways of working (e.g. Lean, Agile, process improvement) Proven ability to
engage and influence stakeholders across different functions and seniority levels , including the ability to provide constructive challenge Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to operate in
cross-functional and evolving environments Exposure to or involvement in
data governance or data-driven initiatives Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) Good level of English (at least B2) Nice to have Experience in coordinating
Business Reviews or similar governance processes Previous experience in
non-HQ / operational environments , enabling effective interaction with both local and central functions Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Jira) and problem-solving methodologies (e.g. PDCA, A3, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) Premio Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, ScrumMaster) Familiarity with Lean / Agile methodologies applied in real contexts What we offer Up to 75% remote working on monthly basis Meal vouchers Company Welfare Plan Health insurance Company Car Compensation package aligned with the level of experience and responsibility of the role, starting from €60,000 gross annual salary