Sales Operations & Process Excellence Lead (f/m/d), Saint-Ouen

Die Allianz Gruppe gehört zu den größten und renommiertesten Finanzdienstleistern der Welt und bietet ein internationales Netzwerk bekannter Marken mit erstklassigen Produkten. Vor allem streben wir nach Spitzenleistungen in unserem Alltag - das heißt, in den Beziehungen zu unseren Kunden, unseren Aktionären, unseren Mitarbeitern und zur Gesellschaft. Die Allianz Gruppe ist für über 76 Millionen Kunden in rund 70 Ländern tätig.

Als verlässlicher Partner verwaltet Allianz Global Investors Vermögen in allen wesentlichen Anlage-klassen und -regionen. Unsere Experten sind in 19 Märkten weltweit vertreten, mit umfassender Prä-senz in Europa, den USA und in Asien. Mit rund 650 Anlagespezialisten deckt unser Investment-Ma-nagement alle wichtigen Finanz- und Wachstumsmärkte der Welt ab. Erstklassiger Service vor Ort sorgt dafür, dass die globale Expertise beim Kunden ankommt.

Tasks

• Sales Operational Excellence & Transformation
• Lead global sales process initiatives from design to execution, driving measurable improvements in performance and operational efficiency across Lines of Business and Business Units.
• Champion AI-enabled process optimization by acting as product owner—translating business needs into scalable solutions and ensuring adoption across the organization.
• Innovation in Sales Tools & Enablement
• Redesign strategic assets such as Proposal Factory 2.0 to maximize visibility, impact, and alignment with global priorities.
• Promote knowledge sharing and standardization across teams, delivering value through simplification and automation.
• AI & Digital Strategy Execution
• Drive deployment of AI and digital initiatives under the Elevate transformation program to professionalize sales operations.
• Embed data-driven steering, training, and continuous improvement practices.
• Work effectively in an environment shaped by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data, analytics and cloud-based tools, using insights responsibly with our standards of data governance, security and ethical use.
• Digital Transformation Leadership
• Oversee complex, multi-phase transformation projects, managing scope, budget, resources, vendor selection, and risk.
• Ensure timely delivery and alignment across functions.
• Go-To-Market Strategy
• Lead commercial rollout of strategic initiatives (e.g., allyz) to increase account growth, in collaboration with global functions and SICE.
• Drive engagement and adoption within sales teams to transform pipelines.
• Cross-Functional & Agile Collaboration
• Orchestrate global initiatives such as the Sales Oscars, mobilizing the Sales community across Lines of Business.
• Actively contribute to strategic forums and executive initiatives to reinforce alignment and engagement.
• Change Management & Communication
• Partner with Change Management to ensure successful adoption of new tools, processes, and models.
• Balance global and local priorities to support operational excellence and transformation success.

Profile

• Proven experience leading global, complex transformation project.
• Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders through clear, compelling communication.
• Strong background in insurance or financial services with demonstrated impact in sales transformation.
• Master’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Information Technology, or related field.
• Coaching certification is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide change with measurable business outcomes.
• Expertise in large-scale digital transformations, including CRM rollouts (e.g., Salesforce), AI-driven initiatives, and system implementations.
• Skilled in building trust and securing commitment from C-level executives.
• Mastery of change management frameworks and ability to tailor approaches to complex contexts.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to lead authentically in dynamic environments.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Experience working across global, multicultural teams to foster alignment and shared ownership.
• Proficiency in project management, digital tools, and executive-level reporting.
• Ability to inspire and empower teams toward a shared vision while maintaining operational discipline.
• Resilient and adaptable with strong organizational and time management skills.