Project Manager

29 June 2022

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge – one where you can really make a difference? Are you passionate about technology and keen to share your expertise internationally? Step forward and discover Swisslog!
Swisslog is a member of the KUKA Group, a leading global supplier of intelligent automation solutions with more than 14,000 employees worldwide.

Working as part of our Project Team you will use the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics for forward-thinking customers. We’re offering a talented individual the opportunity to join our incredible team and get the most out of their potential – could it be you?

Short Facts

Redditch, United Kingdom
Project Management
Part-time

Make an impact

The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the projects assigned to him/her are performed correctly in terms of customer satisfaction, technical aspects, timing, financial aspects and in accordance with Swisslog’s guidelines.

Leadership

Establish, manage and motivate mixed (Swisslog and client), cross-functional realization project team
Leverage team member’s skills / experience to enhance the project team’s results
Influence and convince customers, sub-suppliers, direct reports and managers
Lead/drive change process at client

Analytical thinking

Increase project benefit and prevent project risks by appropriate risk management
Selection of potential sub-contractors for the project in cooperation with other company functions (engineering, control system etc.)

Technical / commercial knowledge & planning

Regularly perform and update critical path analysis
Elaborate contracts with sub-contractors, minimizing risks for SLOG
Keep updated lists of outstanding items, correspondence with the relevant interfaces (customer, subcontractors, co-suppliers), minutes of meetings and discussions
Prepare, manage and keep updated the official project time schedule (in MS Project) with reference to SLOG supplies and the relevant customer milestones

Team work & integrity

Give support to Sales department. in the contract definition phase and in future relationship for extensions and/or new business
Ensures the issue of the project documentation according to the SLOG quality standards
Ensures Sub-contractors supply on the required level of quality (CE, validation, etc.)

Result orientation

Lead responsibility that all the project specifications (layout, functional, acceptance test specs. etc.) are timely issued and detailed enough to avoid technical and contractual risks for SLOG
Assume a constant attention and motivation in claim management towards the sub-contractors
Motivate change orders / claims towards the customer
Set up and manage effective project cost controlling and milestone based payment
Keep updated project forecast (PKU), cash flow and status report

Customer focus

Present Swisslog and take responsibility towards for the customer

Bring to the team

Previous experience in project management or work with a project methodology approach in a technical / engineering and customer-oriented environment
Proven experience of successful managed long-term projects
Previous experience of working in the supply chain field/logistics field would be desirable but not essential
Technical understanding of Automation Software, supplier components (cranes, conveyors, AGV etc.) would be desirable but not essential

Our promise

Swisslog provides you with the possibility to grow while working with us to deliver a game changing mission: to shape the future of intralogistics by introducing an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value. We are proud of our Swiss roots, while the opportunities we offer stretch across the globe. We don't expect perfection, but we do expect Collaboration, Commitment, Clarity, and Competence (our Core Values) from all our colleagues. In return, we offer you the chance to be part of the driving force behind solutions that are shaping the future, while we develop the leaders that will shape ours.

Onboarding

Learn & Grow

Flexible Working Options

Diversity & Inclusion

Great Team Spirit

Wellbeing Initiatives

About Swisslog

Swisslog is shaping the #future of #intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we are at the forefront of technology that is changing the world. Serving some of the biggest and most exciting brands across the globe, we're a team of 2,000 professionals and 50 nationalities, working together to transform intralogistics with smart minds and fresh perspectives. With our flexible, #robotic and #data-driven automated solutions, we are powering the supply chain and taking the industry forward. #JoinOurTeam and bring ideas to life!

WE OFFER

Swisslog is part of a global organization that strives to provide opportunities, a healthy work-life balance and a wide range of social activities. Just some of the benefits our teams enjoy include:

▪ Competitive salary and benefits
▪ Working with advanced technologies
▪ Encourages new ideas & innovations
▪ Empowerment & project ownership
▪ Multi-cultural workplace that promotes diversity
▪ Future-oriented projects with leading brands
▪ Hands on training & skills development
▪ Domestic and international career opportunities.

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