In a pivotal role within the manufacturing sector, you'll drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring a seamless transition from the proposal stage to final delivery. Success in this position hinges on your prowess in strategic scheduling, adept negotiation of contract terms, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. A keen eye for budget management and variance tracking is crucial, supported by regular updates to high-level stakeholders. While leading project documentation efforts and maintaining meticulous records, you'll also be instrumental in facilitating meetings and optimizing project management protocols. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is essential, coupled with a minimum of 3 years in project management, while a PMP or Six Sigma Black Belt is advantageous. The role requires travel up to 25%, including international assignments and occasional weekend work. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Project is mandatory, and multilingual skills are a bonus.