Project Manager (m/w/d)

Job Requirements

Project Delivery & Execution

  • Provide planning and technical coordination support to help ensure the successful delivery of organizational projects.
  • Contribute to the execution of the PRS strategy and support adherence to LeanPD principles and processes.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to help achieve project goals related to profitability, competitiveness, customer satisfaction, and key PMO metrics (LOT, LOC, LOQ, NPI Health).
  • Foster a collaborative environment by working closely with colleagues across engineering, operations, quality, and other functions.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, resource plans, and forecasts, while providing regular updates on project progress.
  • Identify potential project risks and support mitigation activities to help ensure effective governance and compliance.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, helping to enhance project methodologies, processes, products, and ways of working.
  • Support the Engineering Manager in delivering LEAP projects on time and contribute to the successful execution of VAVE initiatives.

Collaboration & Team Development

  • Build strong partnerships across teams and functions to drive successful project outcomes.
  • Share knowledge, encourage innovative thinking, and contribute to a culture of teamwork and continuous learning.
  • Support the development of a creative, agile, and forward-thinking project management environment where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged.
  • Contribute to a culture that promotes collaboration, accountability, and professional growth for all team members.

What your background should look like

  • Technical background - Engineer with university degree or equivalent
  • 4+ years of professional experience in Project Management
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) certification (CAPM, PMP, or PgMP)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and continues improvement attitude
  • Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment with multi-cultural teams
  • Ability to form strong Teams and demonstrate strong leadership skills
  • Proactive, resilient, and self-confident
  • Good English and German knowledge, verbal and in writing (also for presenting

Preferred:

  • Statistical knowledge (Six Sigma, SPC, MSA, AIAG and other statistical standards) / Green / black Belt
  • Specialized and profound knowledge in electronics, physics, mechanics and plastics
  • Background in LeanPD principals

We are legally obliged to state the minimum salary for this position as stipulated in the collective agreement.
This is currently €3888,6 gross per month (14 times per year, excluding shift allowances).
A higher salary is possible depending on personal qualifications, education, and professional experience

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