Junior / Trainee Project Manager – (all genders)
As a rapidly growing international trading company, we are continuously working to optimize our processes, systems, and value chains. To support this growth in a structured and efficient way, we are looking for you to join our team in Project Management & Process Optimization.
Responsibilities
Project Management Support: You assist in planning, managing, and executing internal projects within the company. Step by step, you will take on your own project tasks and learn to manage projects independently from idea to implementation.
Support with New Software Implementation: You will participate in introducing new software solutions, coordinate with internal departments, and assist in working with external service providers. You will learn how to integrate systems effectively into existing workflows.
Process Analysis & Optimization: You analyze existing processes, identify improvement opportunities, and actively work on solutions. Your focus will be on optimizing booking and accounting processes, sales processes, supply chain processes, product packaging, and product-related operations.
Support with Pricing & Cost Analysis: You assist in analyzing price structures, costs, and margins, helping to identify optimization opportunities along the value chain.
Special Projects & Executive Support: You work on project-related special topics, e.g., planning and executing trade shows, reporting and analysis, and strategic projects for management.
Qualifications
– Completed studies or training in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, or a comparable qualification
– Initial practical experience (e.g., internships, student jobs, or projects) in project management, process optimization, operations, or consulting is a plus
– Interest in business processes, project work, and improving things sustainably
– Analytical thinking and enjoyment in exploring new topics and understanding connections
– Pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset with a business approach
– Structured and reliable work style, with willingness to take responsibility
– Confident use of MS Excel / Google Sheets; experience with analysis or project tools is a plus
– Fluent in German; good English skills are an advantage
Benefits
– Job bike leasing
– Weekly Jour Fix breakfast every Wednesday
– Birthday = day off
– SpendIt Card – monthly credit for personal use
– Employee loans & discounts
– 26 vacation days & permanent contract
– Modern, bright office with free drinks, fruit & muesli
– Comprehensive onboarding & independent work
– Individual training via Udemy
– Kids and dogs welcome in the office
– Long-term perspective in an international, growing company
– Regular team & company events
We can teach you a lot – but even we don’t always know from the start which process or project will have the greatest impact. Project management at GC Footwear means analyzing, testing, implementing, and improving – step by step, always with a focus on what truly drives our company forward.
We are looking for someone who treats projects as their own responsibility, is eager to learn, wil