Schneider Electric

Industrial Project Manager

Schneider Electric · Apodaca, Nuevo León, Mexico

Automation Machinery Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

15 h ago
Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Mexico
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About the role

The Industrial Project Manager will lead industrialization initiatives across the full project lifecycle, from planning through implementation and launch. They will coordinate cross-functional teams and manage vendor activities to ensure optimal cost, quality, and delivery targets for new product introductions.

What they look for

Project Leadership Project Planning Project Risk Management Change Management Manufacturing Process Optimization Lean Methodology Customer Orientation Influencing Skills Supply Chain Management New Product Introduction Stakeholder Management Strategic Thinking Problem Solving Product Lifecycle Management Cross-functional Collaboration

Requirements

Candidates must have a demonstrated track record in manufacturing project management and NPI leadership with strong expertise in supply chain and manufacturing technologies. The role requires advanced English proficiency and the ability to travel 30% of the time to the US and Mexico.

Full description

Join our dynamic Industrialization team and drive excellence in industrial innovation! We're seeking an Industrial Project Manager - Senior Professional to lead cutting-edge industrialization initiatives and shape the future of our manufacturing processes.

What will you do:

  • Lead industrial projects across the full project lifecycle, from planning through implementation and launch
  • Coordinate program vendor activities, including design, tooling, equipment, and parts suppliers to ensure optimal cost, delivery, and quality targets
  • Drive new product introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring smooth transition from development to industrialization and operational readiness
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams involved in new product development, including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and business stakeholders
  • Manage the introduction of new offers, ensuring alignment between product, operations, and market needs
  • Monitor and drive project performance related to timeline, quality, cost, and execution risks
  • Lead problem-solving and decision-making across complex project environments
  • Manage, coach, and support team members, fostering performance, engagement, and capability development
  • Provide clear status updates and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders
  • Anticipate project risks and develop mitigation plans to protect delivery and business outcomes
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in project management practices, industrial processes, and team effectiveness

What are the key skills we are looking for?

  • Project Leadership — intermediate level; guiding cross-functional teams through complex industrial initiatives
  • Project Planning — intermediate level; structuring timelines, resources, and deliverables for successful execution
  • Project Risk Management — intermediate level; identifying and mitigating risks to ensure project continuity
  • Change Management — intermediate level; leading organizational transitions during technology and process implementations
  • Manufacturing Process Optimization — intermediate level; improving production efficiency and quality outcomes
  • Lean Methodology — intermediate level; applying continuous improvement principles to industrial operations
  • Customer Orientation — intermediate level; aligning project outcomes with stakeholder needs and expectations
  • Influencing Skills — intermediate level; driving alignment and commitment across diverse teams

What qualifications will make you successful?

  • Strategic thinking with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations and make sound decisions independently
  • Strong communication skills that build alignment and drive collaboration across functions
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering measurable results
  • Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated track record in manufacturing project management and NPI leadership
  • Strong expertise in supply chain activities and manufacturing technologies
  • Proven ability to prepare detailed quotations for piece cost and tooling
  • Excellence in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
  • Technical proficiency in providing launch support at assembly locations
  • Solid understanding of industrial processes, project governance, and product lifecycle management
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through complexity, ambiguity, and change
  • Experience in risk management, planning, and execution follow-up
  • Advanced English Level
  • Able to travel 30% of the time to US/MX

What's in it for you:

  • Leadership role in driving innovative manufacturing solutions and processes
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial technologies and methodologies
  • Dynamic environment promoting agile practices and continuous improvement
  • Cross-functional exposure across global manufacturing operations
  • Professional growth through challenging projects and innovative initiatives

Bring your project management expertise to a team that values impact and innovation — apply today!

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