Outsourced Operations and Project Manager

Signify; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Outsourced Operations and Project Manager to enhance industrial processes and lead engineering projects. This role offers the chance to work closely with manufacturing partners, driving improvements in capacity, cost, and quality. You will collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring effective project execution and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, this position provides ample opportunities for career development and international exposure. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and eager to grow your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Mentoring and coaching

International exposure

Continuous learning programs

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations Management.
• Proven experience in Project Management including planning and budget control.
• Fluency in Turkish and English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and optimizing industrial processes with manufacturing partners.
• Managing engineering and improvement projects to meet cost objectives.
• Coaching manufacturing partners on LEAN methodology.

Skills

Fluency in Turkish

Fluency in English

Manufacturing Operations Management

Project Management

LEAN methodology

Root-cause analysis

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Job description

Job Title: Outsourced Operations and Project Manager

About Signify

Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things is breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.

At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and diversity empowers you to grow your skills and career.

Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.

More about the role

This role involves overseeing and optimizing industrial processes, coordinating engineering and improvement projects, and guiding manufacturing partners to enhance capacity, cost, and quality. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, project management, and local market teams, to ensure effective project execution and continuous improvement. The position is based in Istanbul.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Enhancing industrial processes at manufacturing partners to improve capacity, cost, and quality.
2. Supporting local business development in METAP countries by managing local industrialization with partners.
3. Managing engineering and improvement projects through partner resources to meet operational and cost objectives.
4. Collaborating with partners to troubleshoot, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement improvements.
5. Supporting the implementation and enhancement of standard production systems.
6. Co-developing and managing complex engineering projects with manufacturing partners.
7. Providing coaching and training on LEAN methodology.
8. Tracking operational performance and advising on areas for improvement.
9. Driving root cause analysis for output and quality issues.
10. Ensuring design and documentation meet project specifications.
11. Enhancing EMS/CMS maturity and ensuring quick issue resolution.
12. Coordinating actions related to MVA or BOM cost improvements.
13. Supporting continuous improvement of standard production systems.

More about you

• Fluency in Turkish and English is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or relevant field.
• 5-10 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations Management, including Production, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain processes.
• Knowledge of procurement, purchasing, and supplier dealings.
• Proven project management experience, including planning, resourcing, budgeting, and control.
• Ability to influence, lead teams, and manage pressure.
• Willingness to travel within the METAP region and globally as needed.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with global teams and diverse stakeholders.

What we offer

Opportunities for career development through mentoring, coaching, and international exposure. Continuous learning is central to our culture, with online programs and on-the-job experiences to help you grow your skills and perspectives.

See #SignifyLife through our employees’ eyes!

Our process

Join us in transforming our industry and making a positive impact. Apply via our career site. The process includes CV pre-selection, a video interview, and, if successful, a business interview.

Come join us, and together we can light the way.