BU IS Project Leader

OPmobility SE; Silao (Ciudad); On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility SE is seeking a seasoned IS Project Leader for Exterior & Lighting Americas. The role focuses on planning, executing, and delivering large-scale IS projects across the Americas, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

The candidate will work with C-level executives, manage budgets, and drive digital transformation initiatives. Some travel is required to support regional implementations and global IS initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills.
• Proven track record in managing large, strategic IS projects with high visibility and complex requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in large-scale digital transformation initiatives, from concept to delivery.
• Extensive history of working with C-level executives (e.g., CIO, CTO).
• Excellent communication and pedagogical skills with stakeholder management.
• English proficiency of TOEIC 800 or higher; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops to define project roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies.
• Track deadlines and mitigate delays to keep projects on schedule.
• Lead project planning, reporting, and governance according to IS/IT standards.
• Coordinate regional and global teams to ensure timely, compliant delivery.
• Communicate risks and issues with clear countermeasures.
• Collaborate with executives to ensure project alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Project leadership

PMO experience

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA

Job description

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Reporting to the BU D&IS Business Partner for Exterior & Lighting Americas, the BU IS Project Leader for Exterior & Ligting Americas is responsible to:

• Plan, execute, and close Mono region or specific BG IS projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives and achieving targeted outcomes within the scope, time, and budget
• Continuously monitor, report, and mitigate risks to avoid project disruptions and ensure strategic alignment with the BG objectives
• Lead the development of project roadmaps, ensuring all deliverables meet business and technical requirements while adhering to best practices and organizational standards
• Oversee the execution of the projects, ensuring all project teams are effectively coordinated, deadlines are met, and key milestones are achieved
• Contribute to the definition & deployment of Global IS transformation projects and ensure smooth collaboration with BGs & Group IS

Main activities:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to define the project roadmap, outlining key phases, milestones, and dependencies
• Ensure all project plans, processes, and deliverables comply with established organizational standards, policies, and guidelines
• Track project deadlines and proactively address any potential delays
• Leads the planning processes and produces regular reports covering progress-to-plan of projects in its Region
• Update the project for presentation to the VT, adhering to the official project management methodology designated by IS/IT, such as Symphony.

PROJECT TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Lead and motivate project teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and effective communication
• Assign tasks to team members and monitor progress against the project plan
• Oversee the creation of project deliverables and ensure they meet defined business and technical requirements
• Maintain consistent and effective communication with all stakeholders, providing updates on progress, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate coordination between Regional Teams and local teams to ensure successful project delivery.

COMMUNICATION / COLLABORATION

• Reports on project risks and issues and propose countermeasures.
• Ensures that solutions deliver the expected value throughout the entire life cycle.
• Supports business leaders in implementing the processes to guarantee solutions adoption and correct usage in the long run
• Collaborate with the VT team to ensure alignment between Regional and Global projects,
• Participate in the VT Monthly Project Portfolio meetings and present the status of projects

Required profile and experience

• Master’s degree Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills.
• Proven track record in managing large, strategic IS projects with high visibility and complex requirements
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in large-scale digital transformation initiatives, from concept to delivery
• Extensive history of working with C-level executives (e.g., CIO, CTO)
• Experience managing significant budgets and resources, navigating complex stakeholder landscapes, and handling major risks
• Background in delivering IS solutions that align with business-critical functions, driving efficiency, and scalability
• Excellent communication and pedagogical skills. Ability to develop effective relationships with different stakeholders, across different operating BGs, functions and geographies.
• Consistently drives for results with a record of successful deliveries & accomplishments.
• Ability to prioritize and stay focused in a fast-paced environment. Analytical, structured & process oriented
• Able to work with multicultural teams. Proficient in English (TOEIC 800), another language is a plus.
• Open to travel to different locations, depending on business needs.