Manufacturing Project Manager

Schneider Electric; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in the Philippines is seeking a seasoned leader to drive Quality Value Engineering and Cost Optimization strategies across the business unit. You will consolidate performance data, track productivity against targets, and spark innovation through workshops and teardowns.

The role requires strong analytical and project management skills, with experience in manufacturing or operations and excellent stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and identify productivity opportunities.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or cost management roles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience leading productivity, cost optimization, or continuous improvement programs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results within timeline commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead QVE and COS initiatives at the BU level.
• Consolidate performance data and track progress against productivity targets.
• Facilitate product workshops and competitor teardowns to spark innovation.
• Manage the Master Project List for the respective BU.
• Drive cost-down projections with actionable plans and governance.
• Monitor plant-level productivity actions and ensure BU alignment.
• Collaborate with BU and R&D teams to build governance frameworks.
• Benchmark across plants and animate improvement plans with timelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

KPI tracking dashboards

Cost modeling & savings validation

Job description

• Lead QVE (Quality Value Engineering) and COS (Cost Optimization Strategy) initiatives at the BU level
• Consolidate performance data and track progress against productivity targets
• Facilitate product workshops and competitor teardowns to spark innovation
• Manage the Master Project List for respective BU
• Drive cost-down projections with actionable plans and governance
• Monitor plant-level productivity actions and ensure alignment with BU goals
• Collaborate with BU and R&D teams to build strong governance frameworks
• Benchmark across plants and animate improvement plans with clear timelines

Looking for:

• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Productivity, or Cost Management roles.
• Experience working in a cross-functional, multinational environment is preferred
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and identify productivity opportunities.
• Proficiency in data analysis, KPI tracking, and financial impact assessment.
• Experience with productivity dashboards, cost modeling, and savings validation
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results within timeline commitments.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and governance capabilities.
• Experience leading productivity, cost optimization, or continuous improvement programs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across different functions and organizational levels.
• Strong facilitation skills for workshops, reviews, and cross-functional meetings.