Project Manager II

About us

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. By embracing an innovative culture of excellence, we pride ourselves on designing, manufacturing and servicing some of the world’s most transformative products. From life-saving medical technology and mission-critical defense solutions to sophisticated industrial automation, we’re proud to partner with our customers to bring their complex ideas to market.

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Living Our Values

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. Our values unite and guide us in everything that we do.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As part of our team, you’ll do impactful work within an inclusive environment where everyone works together to achieve extraordinary outcomes. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential through managing your own personalised development plan and access to our learning and development programs.

Purpose Statement: To plan and manage engineering projects for PLXS-ENG customers.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Business Development - Supports the customer development process in winning new business independently and is directly responsible for developing repeat business with previous and/or current customers
• Work-sharing Support - Accountable for proactively identifying work packages or opportunities that should be work shared. Works effectively with the Mgr - Engineering to promote inter-design center project staffing model while balancing individual needs of the project, customer, and employee.
• Manages customers’ expectations regarding all aspects across full value stream projects AND/OR product commercialization projects independently. This includes setting expectations for the challenges in developing products or test systems. Expectations shall also be managed regarding project scope, schedule, budget, risks, deliverables, and any changes to the original proposal.
• Manages projects to successful financial execution with the goal of 100% conversion. Utilizes Plexus business systems to accurately project revenue for both active projects and opportunities
• Effectively manages the team resources and leads the program to a successful execution. This includes partnering with the engineering team to identify solutions to meet the customer's needs. It is also important to partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and third party suppliers to ensure Plexus’ design are successfully introduced into Plexus Manufacturing Solutions sites. Responsible for developing future Plexus leaders.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 6 or more years of related experience preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Strong project management skills and knowledge of project management principles.
• Possess excellent communication, leadership, organization and decision-making skills.
• Possess an overall understanding of the product development and product realization processes.
• Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional team environment.
• Possess strong organizational & presentation skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Being Flexible and Adaptable - Resilient and Manage Ambiguity.
• Must be fluent in English speaking and writing.

Physical Requirements:

• N/A

Travel Requirements:

• N/A

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

Your Rewards and Wellbeing

We believe in rewarding your contribution with a comprehensive package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work.

• Growth: Bespoke development plans and volunteer time off
• Health: Private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program and vision care
• Wealth: Enhanced pension contributions, life assurance, and group income protection
• Lifestyle: Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes, plus 33 days of annual leave

Application Process

At Plexus, we don't look for culture fit, we look for culture add. We value the unique perspectives you bring and review every candidate holistically, balancing professional experience, education and individual journey.

Accessibility and Accommodations

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