What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Project Manager position at Swisslog?
Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do? At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets. The Software Project Manager has responsibility for the overall success of software product development and customizations, implementations, client management, and overall client satisfaction. The Project Manager will manage a team of resources including: tech leads and/or managers, software developers, business analysts, and quality assurance analysts. The Project Manager will also have full responsibility over project staffing and counseling of staff.
Responsibilities
Make an impact
What you need to succeed Essential
Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.
About Swisslog
Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 2,900 experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
Join the journey!
If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we´d love to hear from you.
We´re looking forward to receiving your application! Note for United States job postings (EEO statement): Swisslog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Responsibilities
Make an impact
- Provide leadership, control and coordination of Software project team in terms of resources, performance management and information to maintain a team feeling and a target oriented approach towards common goals within the organization
- Successfully deliver project deliverables through the leadership and management of the project team, through team leaders and line managers as appropriate to ensure to meet and deliver contractual obligations of Swisslog clients
- Manage project issues, risks and assumptions through regular reporting
- To have a good understanding of the customers operational working practices to enable the team to improve the ability to influence, design and implement the project plan
- Analyses data and information to develop solutions
- Hold regular progress reviews and checkpoint meetings in order to ensure that progress and information are communicated to all relevant staff.
What you need to succeed Essential
- BS degree in Computer Science
- 8 years of software development and implementation experience
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation experience (e.g. SAP, Or-acle, etc.)Good working knowledge of Microsoft Project or another project planning tool
- Good IT experience in Oracle and Java environments
- Strong understanding of SDLC Methodology
- Proven track record as Software Project Manager
- Demonstrated ability to manage a wide range of technical and project management related tasks working with an experienced team of Professional Engineers and Project Managers.
- Proven experience of managing successful projects in terms of scope, budget and warranty
- MS degree in Computer Science
- Automated Material Handling Industry Experience
- 2 years experience in budgeting, financial and organizational governance
- PMP Certification
- Experience in the field of warehouse management systems, supply chain or logistics
- Previous experience of working with a project methodology.
Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.
About Swisslog
Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 2,900 experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
Join the journey!
If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we´d love to hear from you.
We´re looking forward to receiving your application! Note for United States job postings (EEO statement): Swisslog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
