Senior Project Manager - Automotive

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Incentives

Medical & retirement

Career growth

Tech exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth seeks a Senior Project Manager to drive strategic product development and manufacturing projects in the automotive sector. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, design, production, and quality assurance to deliver innovative components and vehicles on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, stakeholder management, and adherence to automotive standards, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for career growth in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management within the automotive sector.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new automotive products or manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of automotive engineering principles and manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex automotive projects from concept to launch.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for product development and manufacturing initiatives.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, design, production, and quality assurance teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth project progression and timely delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teams

APQP

PPAP

Agile

Automotive engineering

Manufacturing knowledge

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Business degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the automotive industry, is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead strategic product development and manufacturing projects in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to driving innovation, ensuring efficient production processes, and delivering high-quality automotive components and vehicles. You will manage cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, to achieve project objectives within stringent timelines and budgets. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader in Port Elizabeth to influence the future of automotive technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex automotive projects from concept to launch.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for product development and manufacturing initiatives.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, design, production, and quality assurance teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth project progression and timely delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management within the automotive sector.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new automotive products or manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of automotive engineering principles and manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, Agile).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid working model to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading automotive company.
• Exposure to cutting-edge automotive technologies in Port Elizabeth .