5+ years of Project Management experience in automotive or automation; supply chain experience is a plus.
Knowledge of engineering terms and principles.
Familiarity with manufacturing contracts, particularly in machine tools or automation.
Ability to read technical drawings and manuals.
Basic understanding of accounting and finance principles.
Strong communication, math, and computer skills; SAP experience preferred.
PMP Certification highly desirable, equivalent experience may suffice.
Responsibilities
Lead projects from initiation to completion on time and within budget.
Enhance customer relationships through effective communication and service.
Collaborate with teams and management to monitor project metrics and risks.
Oversee the purchasing of materials and coordinate timely delivery.
Organize and document project meetings, tracking action items effectively.
Align resources with company goals to support strategic objectives.
Benefits
Flexible work schedule.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive team culture focused on delivering exemplary customer service.
Exposure to international projects and travel opportunities.
Potential for career growth within the organization.
Full Job Description
Description
What the Ideal Candidate will do:
Lead domestic and international projects through all milestone phases. Construct project timelines, monitor and manage those timelines to achieve all delivery milestones.
Facilitate relationship between customer and the organization, strengthening relationship through the life of the project by providing exemplary customer service and communication.
Collaborate with team members and managers as a strategic partner to monitor project progress, budget limits, project financials, risks and opportunities, and document and drive action/recovery plans as required.
Monitor purchasing and the on-time delivery of materials and contractors.
Organize project meetings, issue minutes, track and report project progress with team members, and follow up on action items.
Assist in achieving company's strategic objectives by aligning resources with goals and pursuing opportunities that meet the departments' objectives.
Requirements
Bachelors' degree in an Engineering or Business discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience in automotive or automation industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Individuals with experience in supply chain within a manufacturing environment are also encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of engineering terms and principals.
Experience with manufacturing type contracts, preferably in the machine tool, automation and/or industrial industries.
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings and procedure manuals.
Basic understanding of accounting and finance principals.
Must possess strong oral and written communication, math, and computer skills. MRP/ERP experience; SAP experience preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, highly desirable. *3 years of experience with certification may be considered.
Travel up to 20%-30% of the time, sometimes internationally.
