Job Description:
We are searching for the best talent for (Associate) Project Manager to be in Zug or others countries in EMEA.
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Position Summary
The (Associate) Project Manager (PM) will be part of the Supply Chain Excellence Group, reporting into the MedTech Supply Chain Organization for EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa). The PM will use their project management skills, end to end thinking and supply chain knowledge to lead the overall shaping, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of projects. The scope of these projects will encompass a variety of topics within the customer service and distribution/transportation disciplines.
First Project:
Radio-frequency identification (RFID) uses electromagnetic fields to automatically identify, and track tags attached to objects.
Current State:
The sterile implant surgery kit is lent to Hospitals and requires an inspection for completeness upon its return. Currently this is a highly manual and a time-consuming process, which prolongs the implant kit replenishment cycle/availability for the next surgery, impacting outbound performance.
Project Objective:
Deploy state of art RFID Technology to improve the Inbound, invoicing and replenishment process for Sterile loaner sets facilities in Spain, Austria & Italy. Driving these facilities toward automation and digitalization to enhance the customer experience.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
Program / Project Portfolio Scoping, Shaping & Management: Defines project objectives (FPOs) and timelines. Identifies and recruits project team members, conducts a project kick off, creates a budget and follows associated budget approval process. Forms a Steering Committee and secures project sponsors. Re-scopes program as needed throughout the program lifecycle.
Accountable for the successful delivery of multiple simultaneous projects, spanning multiple functional areas and locations
Budget Management: Tracks and reports budget vs. actual spend. Manages associated approval and reporting requirements. Updates relevant systems.
Day to Day Program Management:
Sets up regular team connects, prepares agendas and takes meeting minutes
Provides overall project delivery management including scheduling, cost, scope management, communications, resource management, alternatives analyses, project integration, sub-team management and proactive risk management
Maintains project deliverables, milestones, and project objectives
Supports project (cross-functional) team activities to meet aligned objectives on time, within budget in a compliant and reliable manner, while driving team and individual accountability
Utilizes project and program tracking and reporting tools, thereby ensuring appropriate, timely, and transparent visibility of status at all organizational levels
Creates synergies with other programs, monitors interdependencies and identifies the impact on other business functions
Proactively identifies and escalates risks and issues as well as facilitates contingency plans and problem resolution
Ensures documentation of, and access to, key project documents, presentations, and data
Knows and follows all laws and policies that apply to one's job, and maintains the
highest levels of professionalism, ethics and compliance at all times
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
Builds and maintains strong relationships with Stakeholders, SteerCo members and Sponsors. Ensuring pro-active communication, regular report outs and readily available dashboards on respective projects
Works on change and communication plans to inform & train the organization
Required Qualifications
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent certification
Required Years of Related Experience: 5
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(Include any required computer skills, certifications, licenses, languages, etc.)
Prior experience in project management
Project Management Training/certification (i.e. FPX) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred
Supply Chain experience is a plus
Experience working across different business functions
Prior experience in MedTech is a plus
Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to meet project objectives by successfully managing, tracking, and implementing plans considering scope, quality, time, and cost
Exceptional analytical and financial acumen, with a proven ability to use data to drive strategic decisions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.
Experience with collaborating and influencing in matrix organizations is preferred
Must be comfortable with constructively challenging the status quo as a change agent and looking for new ways to improve processes and results
The ability to toggle between big picture and attention to detail required
Must be self-directed and accountable with proven ability to work well under pressure, rapidly react and adjust to new evolving business environments and priority adjustments
Must be comfortable working in an ambiguous environment where regulations and requirements change, assumptions need to be taken and revised and the team need to be supported in dealing with this
Good English language skills, other languages are a plus
Good Power Point and Excel skills required
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements.
While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s).
Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.
Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to join a world-class company and make a lasting impact. Apply now and be part of our ambitious team!
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