Software Project Manager (m/f/d)

About the Company

The Kardex Group is a leading manufacturer of dynamic storage and distribution systems with over 3,000 employees. Kardex AS Solutions, part of this group and a global partner of AutoStore™, specializes in innovative storage and order picking systems.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Software Project Manager (m/f/d) to lead WES/WCS projects from initial design to integration. This is a possible entry position for early career candidates who are locally close to one of our sites in Neuenstadt, Neuburg a.d. Kammel, Rülzheim or Bellheim in Germany.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage software projects in the WES domain from initiation to delivery.
• Act as a key interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and development teams.
• Combine project management with consulting activities by understanding customer needs and translating them into system solutions.
• Ensure project success in terms of quality, timeline, and customer satisfaction.
• Review and implement changes to key project documentation, including functional specifications, IT specifications, and interface specifications.
• Identify optimization potential and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support the development of standards, best practices, and scalable solutions within Kardex.

Travel & Work Environment

Approx. 10% travel within Europe (project‑related) close to a German Kardex office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a comparable technical field.
• Experience in IT or software project management (flexible level; potential and mindset valued).
• Background in industrial, automation, or logistics environments is a plus.
• Exposure to warehouse systems such as WES, WCS, or WMS is an advantage.
• Experience working in cross‑functional and international teams.
• Understanding of software development processes and system integration concepts.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• High motivation and willingness to learn and grow.
• Structured, solution‑oriented, and hands‑on approach.
• Strong communication skills with fluency in German and English.

Benefits

• Flexible flextime and mobile working.
• Statutory vacation entitlement and additional special leave days.
• Company pension scheme and capital‑forming benefits.
• Bike leasing, health management, and company and team events.
• Comprehensive onboarding, training programs at our Academy in Bellheim and online, and strong team support.
• Long‑term career prospects in a growth‑oriented, international company.

EEO Statement

Applications from people with severe disabilities as defined by SGB IX (German law) are explicitly welcome.