R&D Project Manager

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Define the project targets together with the project sponsor;

• Structure, plan and control the project in a logical manner;

• Obtain project information, review project framework conditions, and define specifications for project execution;

• Plan resource requirements and ensure resource availability together with the line manager (incl. task description and project schedule);

• Define and agree work packages, and if applicable subprojects and ensure their implementation, results verification and resource availability;

• Plan project costs/budget and track approved project budget;

• Achieve the project targets regarding content/quality, schedule, and cost;

• Adherence to the approved project budget;

• Identify risks, deviations, and change needs, and initiate and track suitable measures in a timely manner;

• Ensure resource availability in coordination with line managers of the assigned project team members;

• Monitor progress and control the project;

• Report on project status, closure, and results to the project sponsor;

• Manage internal and external communication and represent the project internally and externally.

Your Qualifications

Skills

• Sufficient subject-matter expertise regarding the project topic and a sound understanding of relevant processes as well as the organizational structures within the company;

• Knowledge of project management methods, techniques, and tools, as well as overarching governance processes, including planning, organization, budget and benefits management, controlling & reporting;

• Strong ability to manage risks and opportunities, control changes, support escalations, coordinate resources, and engage stakeholders in a targeted manner;

• Leadership skills, negotiation skills, results orientation, as well as clear and appropriate audience communication skills towards the team and stakeholders;

• Motivational and conflict-resolution skills, combined with the ability to support teams and facilitate in challenging situations;

• Self-management, resilience, and stress tolerance, combined with a sense of responsibility, adaptability, and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Very good knowledge of English, both written and spoken;

• Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, business administration, project management, or a related field;

• Several years of experience in project management, preferably in a technical, industrial, or international environment;

• Proven experience 5+ years in managing projects from initiation through completion, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks, and quality;

• Knowledge of project management methods, tools, governance, budgeting, reporting, and controlling;

• Experience in coordinating cross-functional teams, external partners, and stakeholders;

• Demonstrated ability to manage risks, changes, deviations, escalations, and project dependencies.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your Contact

Schaeffler Romania S.R.L.

Georgiana-Eliza Ungureanu

Keywords: Experienced; Professional; Full-Time; Unlimited; Project Management, PMO & Agile Roles;