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Project Leader

Eaton

The Role

Overview

Lead complex supply chain projects, manage cross-functional teams and drive cost-out initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost out
  • apqp
  • data analysis
  • risk management
  • codb
  • governance

Tasks

-Develop, plan, monitor and execute direct material cost out projects with cross functional team involvement and team size of 10+ senior members. -Manage the supplier quality interface (APQP) to ensure that PPAP requirements are understood and met, including assisting in issue resolution for components identified as “high risk.” Interface with suppliers, product engineering, and the Eaton plant to drive on-time project completion. Work projects through ramp up and successful launch. -Support new projects in program management through data analysis, coordinating user technical reviews, request for proposal process with external suppliers, APQP, and gate reviews. -Report to senior leadership on the project Progress / escalations / roadblocks / feedback on regular basis -Develop strong positive ethical relationships with suppliers & adhere to Eaton’s Code of Conduct. -Should lead and manage the projects with Phase Gate arrangement with DGC members as Senior leaders in the organization - Directors, VP, President. -Participate in risks assessment and risk management along with the project teams comprising global SCM leaders and commodity managers -Ensure projects meet their financial & operational goals (KPIs) viz cost out, cost avoidance, productivity gain and on time & accurate deliveries. -Follow up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely value capture in Cost Out Database (CODB) tool -Lead governance meetings with internal/external stakeholders to ensure compliance to SLAs & enhance customer satisfaction -Support teams with project management tools and techniques. Give proactive alerts to project team members, Escalation POCs and senior leaders for Critical Paths and risk mitigation to avoid roadblocks on the projects -Establish & maintain a strong knowledge management database which can be leveraged for Sourcing decisions.

Requirements

  • pmp
  • ms office
  • sap
  • engineering
  • supply chain
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Solution mindset, creative and good at relationship management. -Exposure to Dual source/Multi source projects -Project management certification mandatory -Mentoring and coaching - Ability to drive others to achieve results, coaching if required -Proficient in the development and tracking of internal metrics -Excellent Business Communication - Verbal & Written -Interpersonal skills - Able to work in a global environment and with stakeholders located in different regions of the world -Comfortable in communicating and reporting to the senior leadership within the organization on the Project progress / review / roadblocks. / feedback on regular basis -Strong knowledge of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) -Quick response to deadlines -Analyzing & problem solving; is innovative -Minimum 8-12 years’ experience in manufacturing or into Supply chain with core end to end project management experience -Prior experience managing projects in a large, multi-country organization with virtual teams -ERP knowledge / working of ERP's like SAP/Oracle -Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from associates to the leadership team. -PMP Certification Mandatory -Executive Presence - Should have strong leadership communication skills and ability to Influence stakeholders -Previous experience in managing projects with Phase Gate methodology / DGCs with senior leadership involvement -Excellent Eye for detail: The person needs to have the observatory skills to identify the problem in the most accurate manner and articulate the observations. -Reporting and Analytics – Should have good experience on data analysis, report preparation and presentation to project team -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferably Electrical and Electronics Engineering / equivalent. -Ability to manage end-to-end projects leading to improvements in KPIs -Supply Chain Sourcing understanding -Ability to communicate clearly & effectively in person, via e-mail and over phone -High Learning Agility -Strong project and time management, organizational, and analytical skills.

The Company

About Eaton

-global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for managing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power. -products and services span across industrial, commercial, residential, and infrastructure markets. -innovative solutions in energy storage, electrical distribution, and industrial automation. -instrumental in advancing technologies for utilities, transportation, and energy management. -recent standout projects include large-scale energy management systems for smart cities and utilities. -systems are crucial for sectors ranging from renewable energy to water resources management. -history of growth through acquisitions, continuously expanding global footprint and product offerings.

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