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We are looking for Project Manager - VWGAJP00014061
Location: 7469 Volkswagen Dr. Chattanooga TN 37416 Hybrid
Duration: 06/10/2024 to 12/31/2024
Qualifications (Skills & Experiences & Education)
Years of Relevant Experience: Minimum years of relevant experience needed to perform the job
4-6 years of relevant experience (desired consulting company experience and/or methodology)
Education
Required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent
Desired
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Engineering
Skills: General skills needed to perform the job
• Innovative
• Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative and strategic
• Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written
• Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
• Integration – joining people, processes or systems
• Detail Orientation – demonstrated record of precision and integrity
• Problem solving
• Team oriented
• Collaborative
• Flexible
• Customer service oriented
• Results driven
• Process oriented
Specialized Skills: Knowledge or certifications unique to this role
Required
• Agile methodologies
• Skilled in presentation development primarily using Power Point
• Excellent teamwork ability and strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and dependable
• Skilled in data analytics and spreadsheet preparation & development using Microsoft Power BI, Excel
• Strong computer skills; primarily but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Confluence, JIRA
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours as work load requires
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Project management skills - responsible for completion of timelines and content fulfillment incl. ability to track, monitor and coordinate anticipated and on-going matters within the different stakeholders of the organization
Desired
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment including managing multiple tasks
• Experience in audits as auditor or auditee
• Lean Six Sigma
• German language skills
• Experienced leading small teams (agile)
• Experience with Product Compliance Management Systems
Work Flexibility: Physical requirements, travel requirements, work schedule, etc.
Domestic / International travel required, up to 15%
Work schedule based on business requirements (minimum 40 hours / week)
Must be available to contact colleagues at European locations during varying hours
Role Summary: Brief summary which describes nature and level of work
The Central Office Engineering is seeking an experienced and driven Agile Project Manager with a robust background in business process improvements to join our dynamic team on a contractor basis. This role is pivotal in enhancing and streamlining our engineering processes, ensuring robust project management practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position will interact with all affected departments within VWAG, VWGoA and NAR to make this possible and supports the manager of the Central Office of Engineering.
Role Responsibilities: List essential functions in order of importance; include percentage of time spent performing each function (total should equal 100%)
Main responsibility – General Project Management - planning, organizing, and coordination as well as operational support. – (70%)
Collaborate and Engage:
• Work closely with counterparts within the Engineering organization and other departments to align project goals and deliverables.
• Identify and engage with relevant external stakeholders to understand their needs, expectations, and emerging trends, providing comprehensive reports through all required channels.
Process Improvement and Development:
• Identify internal process and technical improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement tools, templates, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain and refine project management tools and methodologies, such as Jira and Confluence, to support project tracking and management.
Automation and Digitization:
• Show a keen interest in and motivation for bringing solutions for automation and digitization of current processes and workflows.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and digitize workflows to enhance productivity and accuracy.
Forecasting and Analysis:
• Ensure forecasting processes are robust, consistent, and aligned with group standards within the Central Office of Engineering.
• Analyze, define, and document requirements for workflows and business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Audit and Compliance:
• Prepare and organize audits as part of the scheduled annual audit plan for the Central Office of Engineering.
• Address audit findings by updating the Product Compliance Management system where applicable.
Process and Lean Improvement:
• Utilize lean process and process improvement skills to drive continuous enhancement initiatives.
• Engage with IT departments and external vendors to implement and support process improvements.
Contractor
Business Services
$103k-130k (estimate)
07/09/2024
09/08/2024
MAGNOLIA, TX
25 - 50
2008
SCOTT SHELBURNE
<$5M
Business Services
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