Transformation Project Manager
Forvia · Auburn Hills
Position Summary:
Project manager for the transformation initiative that FORVIA is deploying within NAO. Learn the methodology and process for each initiative and apply it to rollout plants identified by the company. Lead the various team members to identify which use case are applicable for the plant, create the plan including timing, feasibility, funding, implementation, and maintenance (all projects’ phases) with in the expected time frame.
Responsibilities:
Project owner and leader for the transformation initiative projects with NAO
Learn the process, methodology, and tools for deploying the initiative in the various NAO plants (i.e., resource planning, skill assessments, timing, funding, lessons learned, roadblocks, training, and so on)
Co - develop with management, a roadmap for NAO
Support champions in deployment and improvement of standards defined by BG / Group define and support change management plans
Define future skills training needs for various functions & provide suggest updates for JD based on previous projects
Assess champions’ skills and anticipate development needs in regard based on previous projects
Participate in governance steerco, animate the network, build strong partnerships with all internal and external key stakeholders
Follow up deployment and operational performance (adherence to Roadmap, P&L and Cash impact, # standard tools deployed, usage, # ideas implemented) – Standard vs. Actual
Maintain & Share Best Practices and lessons learned (capitalized project experience)
Propose continuous improvement ideas in business efficiency and cost reduction
Capitalizes on knowledge and shares best practices / lessons learned across organization and within the site
Commitment to the highest ethical standards and adherence to:
Faurecia Group Code of Ethics
Faurecia Group Code of Management
Faurecia Group Environmental Policy
Faurecia Group Quality Policy
All other duties as assigned by the company
Position Specifications
Authorities:
Report out the progress of the transformation projects
Tracking and implementing Lesson Learned
Updating JD and onboarding documents with HR
Work with BG to updated Standards
Knowledge / Skills:
Leadership, capacity to animate workshop and influence functional networks
Outstanding project management skills
Digital skills and curiosity on new technologies and tools
Deep understanding of lean manufacturing (FES). Operations experience is a plus.
Good understanding of a Plant P&L
Good interpersonal and communication skills, English required
Agility, openness to new ideas
Experience in transformation project
Customer orientation, Leadership, Team spirit, Autonomy, Drive, Energy
Education / Experience:
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Management
Academic: Engineering degree or equivalent