Project Manager (Automation)

Job Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful project execution in time, cost, and quality of technical projects (e.g., product development, manufacturing capacity development) within SHL Medical. They manage an assigned project from project intake to end of validation/handover to production, ensuring that project requirements, deadlines, schedules, and budget align with SHL QMS, Global Project & Program Management processes, and product management strategy. Responsibilities include planning, budget management, resource management, and risk management, as well as project team leadership. They collaborate with the commercial team to manage customer relationships and communications.

Main Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and major milestones in alignment with sponsors and internal program/product managers.
• Manage tasks and resources of assigned projects, planning resources needs to meet objectives.
• Define and manage project phases and work packages, coordinating internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless project execution in time, cost, and quality.
• Track and manage the project schedule to ensure deliverables are on time. Track and manage the project budget according to the approved project order.
• Create a meeting structure, communication process, and regular reporting on budget, milestones, risks; establish an active communication channel with team members, stakeholders, and customers.
• Provide monthly reports to PMO and other stakeholders about milestones, budget status, deliverables, risks, required adjustments, and overall progress.
• Manage communication with customers, in coordination with Account Management/Business Development, and matrix reporting to the Program Manager in projects that are part of a wider program.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in project management of development projects, with preference in the medical devices, automotive, aerospace sectors.
• Knowledge of project management processes, methodologies, and tools & techniques.
• Experience in scheduling, management of project budgets, and project resources.
• Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to create comprehensive reports on timeline, budget, and quality status.
• Experience with digital Project Management tools like MS Project, PLM.
• Time and risk management skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to encourage and enable people to work together as a team to reach common goals.
• Ability to influence decisions that need to be made to make the project successful.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• Injection molded product development.

We Offer

• Challenging assignments in a fast-growing and innovative industry.
• A multicultural team and modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
• A place where we take pride in the inclusive and collaborative environment we have built - one where a true sense of belonging fosters meaningful exchange and shared growth.
• Variety of opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working policy.

Application Information

If interested in joining SHL Medical and supporting us with your expertise and personality, please submit your application to our Talent Acquisition Department. For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com/careers. Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this position.

How We Hire

We like to keep things simple and efficient. Once you've applied, it may take up to three weeks to review your application and get the first call with a recruiter. Our recruitment process is focused on allowing you to showcase your personality, experience, and competencies while giving you a great sense of who we are. Grounded in belonging, we strive for excellence.