Are you a seasoned project leader looking to drive innovation and excellence in R&D?
Job Description
Project Leadership Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Leader to join our dynamic team and lead complex, cross-functional projects from concept through industrialization. As a key interface between technical experts and management, you will manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets while fostering collaboration across global teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of project scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
* Coordinate across global sites and functions, fostering transparent communication and alignment among R&D, operations, supply chain, quality, service, finance, and product management.
* Develop and maintain detailed project plans, proactively managing dependencies, risks, and changes to ensure on-time and on-quality execution.
* Drive decision-making and prioritization, balancing business goals, technical challenges, and available resources.
* Translate complex technical topics and challenges into clear, structured updates for senior management and steering committee members.
* Coach and guide project teams, promoting ownership, accountability, and a culture of trust and continuous improvement.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Qualifications:
* University degree in mechanical, electrical, or software engineering, or a comparable field (Master's degree preferred).
* 3+ years of experience in leading cross-functional R&D or product development projects within a high-tech environment.
* Proven ability to coordinate interdisciplinary teams, manage trade-offs, and deliver results in a structured global organization.
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and the full product development lifecycle, with hands-on experience in both waterfall and agile project management methodologies.
Skills:
* Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams and build trust across functions and within the organization.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities, capable of translating complex ideas into clear, actionable messages.
* A solution-oriented and analytical mindset, combining strategic thinking with attention to detail.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model.
* A wide portfolio of training opportunities.
* 40h week with at least 25 vacation days per year plus additional days off.
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