Program Manager - MES & Manufacturing IT (Siemens OpCenter)

Good leadership abilities: Able to coordinate and direct phases of project-based efforts while supervising, motivating and leading project teams Must possess excellent ability to facilitate effective communication. Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement Maintain organizational standards of satisfaction, quality, and performance Oversee multiple project teams, ensuring program goals are reached Manage budget and funding channels for maximum productivity Managed programs for Manufacturing domains in MES (Preferred managed programs in Siemens OpsCenter Discrete platform) Complete life cycle implementation of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to schedule Enthusiastic, go-getting attitude, great negotiation skills, business intelligence, leadership and organizational skills, problem-solving ability, team player, observational skills, troubleshooting, relationship building, good verbal and written communication skills, computer skill, and managing time effectively Program Management:

Manages key initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes; develops and implements project plan; builds team ownership and commitment to project plan Work closely with project sponsors and cross-functional teams to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives Managing workforce and resource allocation Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for managers and stakeholders Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path items while ensuring project quality and utilizing and following appropriate methodologies. Assures project quality by using standard development methodologies. Communicating and collaborating with program stakeholders Understanding of ANSI/ISA-95 Manufacturing Operations Model Understanding of functionalities in Manufacturing Execution Systems. MUST HAVE:

7+ years of experience in Manufacturing Process Management 7+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing IT Program Manager Managed programs for Manufacturing domains in MES (Preferred managed programs in Siemens OpsCenter Discrete platform) Complete life cycle implementation of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Understanding of ANSI/ISA-95 Manufacturing Operations Model Understanding of functionalities in Manufacturing Execution Systems.