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Development Project Manager

Cohu La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing · 1,001-5,000 employees

2 d ago
project-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Switzerland
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About the role

Manage development projects throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept to customer acceptance and manufacturing transfer. Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive project knowledge transfer between Switzerland and Malaysia.

What they look for

Project Management Product Lifecycle Management Cross-functional Team Leadership Technical Leadership Risk Mitigation Stakeholder Management Strategic Decision Making Supply Chain Coordination Quality Assurance Engineering Management International Collaboration Business Acumen Communication Adaptability Problem Solving Matrix Organization Management

Requirements

Requires strong technical credibility, leadership skills, and the ability to make difficult decisions in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and demonstrate proven ability to influence results within a matrix organization.

Full description

2. RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage development projects throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept to customer acceptance and manufacturing transfer.
  • Define and execute project plans, monitor progress, identify risks, and implement appropriate mitigation actions.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management.
  • Act as a key interface with engineering teams in Malaysia and other international stakeholders.
  • Drive project and knowledge transfer activities between Switzerland and Malaysia.
  • Provide technical leadership and challenge technical assumptions when necessary to ensure achievement of project objectives and deadlines.
  • Make timely and sound decisions in complex or high-pressure situations.
  • Communicate project status, issues, risks, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
  • Act as a deputy to the Product Engineering Manager when required, supporting team coordination, prioritization, and day-to-day decision-making.

3. ESSENTIAL QUALITY EXPECTATIONS

  • Strong ownership and accountability.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
  • Sound judgment and ability to make difficult decisions under pressure.
  • Strong technical credibility and business acumen.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to influence and achieve results in a matrix organization without direct authority.
  • Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build trust and engagement across international and multicultural teams.
  • High level of resilience, adaptability, and customer orientation.

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