PROJECT MANAGER II

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity''s Project Management Teams are responsible for managing the operational aspects of projects from inception through implementation. They coordinate cross-functional teams and serve as liaison between project management and planning, project teams and line management. Our Teams review status of projects and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports. They assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. They also develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.

Job Requirements

• The Project Manager has the full responsibility for all his / her projects regarding major milestones, deliverables on time and Project health.

  Task Summary:
  Multi-project handling
  Manage project scope, schedule, and budget for projects within the assigned business segment.
  Lead assigned Core Teams to achieve defined objectives
  Clearly communicate roles, expectations and accountabilities to team members on a regular basis using cross functional KPI procedure
  Deploy use of system tools to ensure Project performance KPIs, OI and TTM goals are met
  Monitor project execution with specific emphasis on providing early warnings to detect, develop and implement corrective action plans if required
  Follow established Stage Gate processes and assure integrity of project deliverables.
  Plan & lead Stage Gate reviews to business unit Project Approval Committee.
  Utilize enterprise level project systems to manage project plans, data, and actions.
  Manage project capital budgets and assure execution in alignment with business unit financial plan.
  Establish and maintain a Microsoft project baseline schedule with commitment from Core team and customer on all projects.
  Conduct weekly status meetings with internal Core Team and external customers.
  Monitor production part approval process and coordinate market introduction according to flawless launch principals
  Set up and co-ordinate design reviews and continuous improvement activities
  Follow Change Management process and set up Risk Identification & Risk Mitigation plans
  Report out on project status
  Track project lessons learned and manage best practices
  Conduct project closeout meetings and post launch reviews

What your background should look like

Graduated in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. Preferably a joint degree of engineering and business administration (industrial/ commercial engineer)

Min. 3 years of experience working in project management (Automotive background preferred)

Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and meet scope, schedule, and budget required
Demonstrated leadership of project teams within a regionally deployed matrix environment
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and assembly design principles required
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Project, on-line collaboration tools, and databases
Competent presentation soft skills
Understanding of continuous improvement working and deployment principals involving problem solving
Basic SAP knowledge
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Knowledge and understanding of precision stamping, molding, crimping and assembly processes
Competent in Engineering practices for development of terminals and connectors as a plus

Other important things to note

Good communication skills
Knowledge on Scope, Time and Cost Management.
Very structured and organized working style
Strong and self-confident personality
Highly customer oriented
Quality focused
Very strong ability to follow-up with co-workers to ensure deadlines will be met
Willingness to constantly learn complex processes and scenarios
Flexibility to work in different time zones as per business requirements
High interest in supporting and initiating continuous improvement activities

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)