Project Manager (Operations)

Placements24; San Bartolo Naucalpan Centro; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Project Manager to lead critical improvement initiatives in Naucalpan, State of Mexico. The role focuses on optimizing processes, driving change, and delivering measurable results in a fast-paced retail operations environment.

You will manage project plans, budgets, and cross-functional teams across logistics, inventory, and customer service. On-site work in Naucalpan, with a strong emphasis on hands-on leadership and thorough performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management or project management, with a focus on operational improvements.
• Proven track record of successfully managing operational projects in a retail or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Naucalpan, State of Mexico.
• Experience with process mapping and optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of operational projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within operations.
• Develop project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Manage project budgets and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Coordinate with various operational departments, including logistics, inventory, and customer service.
• Implement new operational systems and procedures.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards.
• Develop and deliver project status reports to management.
• Train and mentor team members involved in project execution.

Skills

Operations management

Project management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Operations Management/Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic retail company, is seeking an Operations Project Manager to lead key operational improvement projects in Naucalpan, State of Mexico. This role is crucial for enhancing efficiency, optimizing processes, and implementing new operational strategies across the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations management, a proven ability to manage complex projects, and excellent analytical skills. This position requires a dedicated individual who can drive change and deliver measurable results within a fast-paced operational environment. The role is primarily on-site to ensure hands‑on management of operational workflows and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of operational projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within operations.
• Develop project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Manage project budgets and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Coordinate with various operational departments, including logistics, inventory, and customer service.
• Implement new operational systems and procedures.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards.
• Develop and deliver project status reports to management.
• Train and mentor team members involved in project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management or project management, with a focus on operational improvements.
• Proven track record of successfully managing operational projects in a retail or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in Naucalpan, State of Mexico.
• Experience with process mapping and optimization techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in operations management.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Pension plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.