Job Overview:

 

As the Sr. Program Manager – Manufacturing Engineering, you will drive excellence in digitalizing Supply Chain Processes. Your role is pivotal in achieving ambitious project milestones, optimizing processes, and leading a high-performing team to meet key performance targets. You will champion digital transformation, ensuring our supply chain processes excel in quality, cost, and time efficiency.

 

Principal Accountabilities:

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and develop a high-performing team to achieve production planning and engineering goals. Conduct regular performance appraisals, provide actionable feedback, and enhance team skills.
• Project & Resource Management: Strategically plan and allocate resources to ensure timely and successful project delivery. Align project goals with business objectives and departmental strategies.
• Digital Transformation: Implement cutting-edge digital solutions to revolutionize Supply chain processes, drive efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Quality, Cost, Time Optimization: Ensure projects adhere to strict quality standards, cost constraints, and time schedules. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to exceed industry benchmarks.
• Engineering Process Compliance: Adhere to Mercedes-Benz’s engineering standards and Quality Management Systems (QMS) to maintain high operational excellence.
• Synergy & Efficiency: Foster global and local synergies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Continuously seek opportunities for process optimization.
• Business & Budget Management: Ensure all projects align with business agreements and budget targets. Maintain strict budget oversight and forecast accurately.
• KPI Achievement: Monitor and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team meets or exceeds performance targets.
• Innovation Leadership: Spearhead innovation and continuous improvement efforts to advance manufacturing processes and achieve superior results.
• Customer Satisfaction: Prioritize customer satisfaction by ensuring high standards in quality, cost, and delivery. Measure performance and implement improvements to exceed customer expectations.
• Conflict Resolution & Team Engagement: Manage conflicts effectively and foster a motivated, engaged team environment. Drive team engagement and maintain high levels of morale.
• Drive Business Growth & transformation: Identify & drive business growth topics independently

Skills Required:

• Understanding of supply chain processes and how digital technologies can optimize them.
• Proficiency in digital twin modeling, IoT, AI/ML, and data analytics for supply chain transformation.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other supply chain management software.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and edge computing for real-time processing.
• Ability to work with big data, predictive analytics, and AI-driven insights.
• Project Execution: Demonstrated success in planning and executing projects within the Supply Chain Domain.
• Industry Experience: Extensive experience in automotive manufacturing, including hands-on experience in Supply chain operations.
• Mercedes/Vehicle Development: Comprehensive understanding of Mercedes and vehicle development processes.
• Strategic & Budget Management: Expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and forecasting to drive successful project outcomes.
• Problem Solving: Expert problem-solving abilities using tools like DMAIC and 8D to address and resolve issues efficiently.
• Supply chain management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Key supply chain processes is a plus.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in German is a plus.

 

Qualifications

·         Educational Qualifications: Engineering Graduate/Postgraduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Software Engineering / MBA in Supply Chain Management, Digital Transformation, or Technology Management

·         Experience: 12-16 years of industry experience

·         Previous Leadership experience (leading a team of 10+ Team members) is a plus

·         AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Certifications – for cloud-based supply chain applications is a plus

·         AI & Data Science Certifications is a plus