Hybrid Automotive Project Manager: NPI & Process Improvement

Placements24

Noord-Kaap

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

13 days ago

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses
Medical aid
Retirement fund
Professional development
Hybrid work model
Wellness programs
Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a key automotive supplier in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead NPI and process improvement projects, guiding them from concept to mass production while ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence.

The role requires strong knowledge of APQP/PPAP, IATF 16949, and experience with MS Project or Jira. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and proven leadership in a hybrid work environment are preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) or related field.
  • 6+ years in project management within automotive manufacturing.
  • Experience with NPI/product development and process improvements.
  • Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and IATF 16949.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, execution, and completion of automotive projects.
  • Define scope, objectives, deliverables and success criteria.
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans with timelines and budgets.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage risks.
  • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and quality protocols.
  • Prepare status reports for senior management.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
PM Methodologies
NPI Experience
Agile & Waterfall

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project
Jira

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager for a key automotive supplier in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead NPI and process improvement projects, guiding them from concept to mass production while ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence.

The role requires strong knowledge of APQP/PPAP, IATF 16949, and experience with MS Project or Jira. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and proven leadership in a hybrid work environment are preferred.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Project Manager - Automotive Sector
Project Manager - Automotive Sector

Placements24 • Noord-Kaap

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000
Competitive salary with bonuses
Medical aid
Retirement fund
+4
Senior Automotive NPD Project Leader (Hybrid)
Senior Automotive NPD Project Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24 • LegKraal Gate

Hybrid
ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000
Hybrid work
Relocation assistance
Medical aid
+2
Senior PM - Hybrid Automotive Process Improvement
Senior PM - Hybrid Automotive Process Improvement

Placements24 • East London

Hybrid
ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000
Health insurance
Dental and vision plans
Retirement savings plan
+1
Senior Automotive Process Improvement PM — Hybrid (East London)
Senior Automotive Process Improvement PM — Hybrid (East London)

Placements24 • East London

Hybrid
ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,350,000
Competitive salary
Medical aid
Retirement fund
+1
Automotive PM: New Model & Ops Projects (Hybrid, Gauteng)
Automotive PM: New Model & Ops Projects (Hybrid, Gauteng)

Placements24 • Vereeniging

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000
Competitive salary
Hybrid work model
Health insurance
+2
Senior Automotive Manufacturing Engineer - Hybrid Role
Senior Automotive Manufacturing Engineer - Hybrid Role

Placements24 • Gauteng

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000
Hybrid work model
Medical aid
Retirement fund
+1
Automotive Project Manager | Lean, IATF 16949, Hybrid
Automotive Project Manager | Lean, IATF 16949, Hybrid

Placements24 • Gqeberha

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000
Performance bonuses
Medical aid
Provident fund
+1
Project Manager - Automotive Manufacturing
Project Manager - Automotive Manufacturing

Placements24 • Vereeniging

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000
Competitive salary
Hybrid work model
Health insurance
+2
Senior Automotive Project Manager - New Product Development
Senior Automotive Project Manager - New Product Development

Placements24 • LegKraal Gate

Hybrid
ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000
Hybrid work
Relocation assistance
Medical aid
+2
Hybrid Automotive Product Development Engineer
Hybrid Automotive Product Development Engineer

Placements24 • Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid
ZAR 600,000 - 900,000
Competitive salary
Bonus program
Health insurance
+5