Senior Automotive NPD Project Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work

Relocation assistance

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonus

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Project Manager to lead critical new product development initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. You will oversee the full lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining high quality standards.

You will manage cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales, drive risk assessment, and optimize resource allocation. PMP is desirable and a strong automotive background is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years in project management; 5+ years in automotive industry.
• Proven track record in automotive product development projects.
• PMP or equivalent certification desirable.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage multiple automotive new product development projects from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, including engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide comprehensive reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Manage project budgets and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Oversee the procurement and management of external vendors and partners.
• Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards and regulations.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.]
• CoT_job_summary_short: COMPANY NAME: Placements24KEY POINTS: NPD leadership, cross-functional teams, automotive lifecycle

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automotive Project Manager to lead critical new product development initiatives in Mahikeng, North West. You will oversee the full lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining high quality standards.

You will manage cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales, drive risk assessment, and optimize resource allocation. PMP is desirable and a strong automotive background is essential.