Manager - PLM Strategy

Next Ventures; Essen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading consulting firm in Germany is seeking a PLM Consultant to act as an interface between top management and operational departments. This role involves providing strategic advice on product development, process design, and digital transformation. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background with at least 3 years of relevant experience and proficiency in at least one major PLM system. Engagement in impactful projects and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Leistungen

Tailored training via in-house academy

Continuous mentorship

Engagement in impactful, international projects

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 years of experience in product development, engineering process optimization, or PLM.
• Understanding of eBOM vs. mBOM, change management, and document traceability.
• Willingness to travel approx. 2 days per week for client engagements.

Aufgaben

• Act as the interface between top management and operational departments.
• Advise clients on strategy, process design, and transformation programs.
• Work on high-value missions including product development and digital transformation.

Kenntnisse

Experience in product development

Engineering process optimization

Excellent communication skills

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

University degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or industrial engineering

Tools

PTC Windchill

Siemens Teamcenter

Dassault ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE

SAP PLM

Aras Innovator

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

PLM Consultant (m / f / d) – Strategy & Digital Transformation Advisory

Location : Germany

Type : Permanent

Industry : Engineering-driven Sectors (e.g. Automotive, Aerospace, Machinery, Medical Devices)

Our leading Digital client is currently expanding its team in Germany and seeking talented professionals with a passion for engineering, innovation, and digital transformation. This boutique firm works closely with major industrial clients across Europe, delivering high-impact projects in operational strategy and digitalisation.

About the Role

As a PLM Manager, you will act as the interface between top management and operational departments. You will work on high-value missions advising clients on strategy, process design, change management, and transformation programs. Your focus areas will include :

• Product Development & Lifecycle Management: Innovation, Systems Engineering, Design to Cost, Agile Development, and Lean Product Development
• Digital Transformation & PLM: Process modelling, configuration and variant management, BOM structure, change & release management, document and data governance
• Engineering Performance: Production planning, supply chain integration, and cross-functional process improvement

You will work alongside experienced consultants in a collaborative environment and be actively involved in workshops, interviews, process evaluations, and implementation roadmaps.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for candidates with a hybrid profile – part engineer, part strategist, and part process designer :

• University degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or industrial engineering (or similar)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in product development, engineering process optimisation, or PLM
• Understanding of eBOM vs. mBOM, change management, variant configuration, and document traceability
• Familiarity with at least one major PLM system such as :
• PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE, SAP PLM, or Aras Innovator
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills for both technical and business stakeholders
• Fluent English is required; German (B2+) is highly preferred
• Willingness to travel approx. 2 days per week for client engagements

Desirable Competencies

• Candidates with additional exposure to the following areas will stand out :
• Requirements Engineering / Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• SAP integration with PLM systems or other PLM tools
• Product Configuration Management
• CAD / CAE process integration
• Systems Thinking (V-Model)

Why Join

• Be part of a rapidly growing consulting firm with a reputation for excellence and innovation
• Work in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
• Engage in impactful, international projects across engineering-heavy sectors
• Benefit from tailored training via an in-house academy and continuous mentorship