OverviewPrincipal Consultant PLM (m/w/d) role at Atos. Location: Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for advising global customers with varying industry focus in all phases of their Digital Transformation in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) environment.Build a collaborative, trust-based relationship with customers to achieve high satisfaction and long-term engagement.Identify business potential and acquire projects and services in collaboration with the sales team; drive offer development in the presales phase with PLM expertise.Advise on strategies, processes, and the design and implementation of target architectures, up to the introduction of products, solutions, and services in PLM; plan, coordinate, and realize complex international Digital Transformation projects in PLM and related areas.Provide technical leadership for internal and external project staff, manage KPI implementation, contribute to portfolio definition and development, and promote knowledge sharing.Travel to customer sites; international travel is required.QualificationsAt least 15 years of verifiable experience in client projects in strategy, consulting, development, and support of complex PLM solutions across the full product lifecycle.Extensive network from long-standing client relationships; understanding customer needs, market conditions, and competitors; ability to derive and execute strategies for client development.Proven success in implementing PLM solutions and proactively evolving client solutions.Ability to map customer challenges to the company’s solution and service portfolio beyond PLM; familiarity with Sustainability, Industry 4.0, Digital Thread/Twin – Closed Loop PLM, Cloud Transformation, Agile methods, service-oriented architectures, SaaS, etc.Strong knowledge of leading PLM platforms and solutions across Digital Continuity, Cloud, etc.; experience with product requirements, product development, production & manufacturing, and aftersales/maintenance.Solid understanding of modern IT architectures, consulting/project methodologies, and service management.Confident presence with customers at management level.Fluent German and English.What we offerWork-life balance with flexible work models (part-time, sabbatical or adjustable hours), 30 days of paid annual leave, option for remote work, e.g., home office.Competitive compensation with tariff-based frameworks, company pension plan, and life insurance benefits tailored to your needs.Collaboration and growth through diverse national and international networks; learning opportunities via a tailored training program for your development.Health & sustainability programs and an inclusive workplace supporting people with disabilities; sustainability is integral to our solutions and actions.Opportunity to contribute and grow in an innovative environment with national and international support networks.Culture & values based on teamwork, strong relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners; innovative solutions aligned with current challenges.ApplicationFor questions about this position, please contact Zornitsa Dimitrova via LinkedIn. To apply, click the "Apply now" button and submit your application online. We look forward to receiving your application. Atos values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr