Automotive Project Manager: Data-Driven & Procurement

Sumitomo Electric; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Essex. The role requires strong project governance and advanced MS Office skills, specifically in Excel and Power BI. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in automotive OEM environments and will be responsible for procurement coordination, managing project changes, and supporting project closure. This contract role offers significant opportunities within the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in automotive OEM or Tier-1 environments.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes.
• Excellent MS Office skills, especially advanced Excel and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Procurement & Supplier Coordination.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes.
• Monitor budget forecasts and project cash flow.

Skills

Project governance

Analytical capability

Advanced MS Office skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

A leading automotive firm is seeking a Project Manager to join their team in Essex. The role requires strong project governance and advanced MS Office skills, specifically in Excel and Power BI. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in automotive OEM environments and will be responsible for procurement coordination, managing project changes, and supporting project closure. This contract role offers significant opportunities within the automotive sector.