Project Manager New Product Launch

The project manager we are looking for is responsible for the launch (customer qualifications and start of manufacturing) of one of the new contracts to manufacture composite parts;

• Reports in matrix structure to program manager and to manufacturing engineering manager;

• Key responsibility is on time, on budget and on requirement;

• Execute risk assessments and mitigate the risks to ensure the project plan;

• Manage the project team resources;

• Eliminate roadblocks;

• Report to stakeholders, both internal as external;

• Point of contact to customer on project plan;

• Ensure first time right customer qualifications;

• Ensure on time and on requirement delivery for FAI shipset delivery;

• Ensure on time and on requirement delivery for first 3 shipsets after FAI;

• Create and execute a handover plan towards operations (including operator trainings)

• Master of Science in Engineering (Electro-Mechanics, Mechanics, Materials, Aviation/Space, …);

• Experienced project manager (min. 5 years);

• Experienced in launching new products into manufacturing;

• Experienced in change management;

• Experienced in Aviation and Aerospace or Automotive is a plus;

• Experienced in composites is a big plus;

• Experienced in MS project is a big plus;

• Knowledge of APQP (FAI and PPAP) is a must;

• Customer and result oriented with attention to detail;

• Strong communication capabilities;

• Fluent in English is a must, knowledge of Dutch is a plus;

You will be working in a growing organization with a special focus on the training, support and guidance of our employees to next level project managers and engineers.

You can count on a good atmosphere between colleagues, as you will notice at our team events, in our sports networks and at our knowledge evenings with fascinating speakers.

• permanent contract of indefinite duration

• you will have the opportunity to become permanently employed by our client after 12 months

• 20 + 12 vacation days

• double holiday pay and 13th month (end-of-year bonus)

• hospitalization insurance from AG Insurance

• group insurance

• meal vouchers of €8 per day, eco vouchers of €250 per year

• electric company car with charging card or commuting allowance or mobility budget

• allowance for installation of a charging station at home

• bicycle lease and bicycle allowance

• evening course in Project Management during the first year

• then an annual training budget of €4,000 for 4 full days

• internationally recognized certification as a Project Manager

• personal coaching by a senior Project Manager”