Project Manager (m/w/d) – Manufacturing Operations

Cummins; Nürnberg; On-site; EUR 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager (m/w/d) for Manufacturing Operations at the VH10 Repair Center in Nürnberg, Bayern.

You will lead daily operations, drive improvements, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient repair processes across manufacturing, warehousing and logistics. This hands-on leadership role requires cross-functional collaboration, strong project management, and a focus on data-driven decisions to support growth and readiness for ERP implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience managing manufacturing, repair, remanufacturing, or distribution operations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Project Management preferred.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations and facility management, coordinating manufacturing, engineering, quality, warehousing and logistics.
• Drive operational excellence with safety, 5S, and workplace organization.
• Manage production planning and execution to meet customer commitments.
• Oversee warehousing and inventory, ensuring accurate control and inbound/outbound logistics.
• Support business growth by developing scalable processes and repair strategies.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance across inspection, testing, and repair.
• Lead and develop operational teams with accountability and performance culture.
• Enable ERP implementation, performance tracking and data-driven decisions.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle)

Job description

We arelooking foran experienced and highly motivated **Project Manager (m/w/d) – Manufacturing Operations** to lead the daily operations, and continuous improvement of our VH10 Repair Center in Nürnberg, Bayern, Germany.

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring strong project management, operational excellence, and cross functional collaboration skills to ensure the repair centreoperatessafely, efficiently, and effectively.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Leading site operations and facility management, ensuring efficient support for manufacturing, engineering, quality, warehousing, and logistics activities.

• Driving operational excellence and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, 5S principles, and workplace organization.

• Managing production planning and execution, coordinating schedules, resources, and priorities to consistently meet customer commitments.

• Overseeing warehousing and inventory operations, ensuring accurate inventory control, material availability, and efficient inbound and outbound logistics.

• Supporting business growth through process development, implementing scalable operational processes and repair strategies for traction products and related technologies.

• Ensuring quality and regulatory compliance, partnering with cross-functional teams to maintain high standards across inspection, testing, repair, and operational processes.

• Leading and developing operational teams, providing guidance and direction to technicians and site personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and performance.

• Enabling business readiness and system integration, supporting ERP implementation, performance tracking, and data-driven decision-making to enhance operational effectiveness.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and drive operational priorities.

• Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics processes, ensuring efficient and effective end-to-end operations.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, enabling you to identify opportunities, resolve challenges, and drive continuous improvement.

• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively across teams.

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

• Experience managing manufacturing, repair, remanufacturing, or distribution operations, with a strong understanding of operational processes and performance management.

• Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably Oracle, and the ability to leverage business systems to support operational efficiency and decision-making.

• Professional certifications such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Project Management are preferred and will support success in driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Fluent German and English language skills.

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary €78560

Max Salary €117840

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No