Project Manager and Business Development

Project Manager and Business Development

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our team!

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled professional to manage projects and drive business growth within the automotive industry, with a particular focus on Mercedes-Benz. This dual role requires a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills and a strong business development acumen.

We are looking for a Project Manager with a background in Business Development. This position must be located in the greater, Vance, Alabama area. 

You’ll make an impact by:

Project Management:

• Plan, execute, and oversee automotive projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets tailored to the automotive industry.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and marketing, to ensure project milestones are met.
• Monitor project progress and adjust as needed to meet the high standards of Mercedes-Benz.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Conduct risk management and mitigation strategies specific to PM@Siemens.

Business Development:

• Identify and prepare tenders for opportunities with Mercedes-Benz Vance plant.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders and strategic partners.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals with a focus on long-term partnerships.

Technical Expertise:

• Extensive experience with conveyor systems, particularly in their automation.
• Knowledge of the latest technologies and best practices in conveyor system automation.
• Ability to design, implement, and optimize automated conveyor systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Experience with troubleshooting and maintaining automated conveyor systems.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or technical college in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years proven experience of project management and business development within the automotive industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred 3+ years of experience leading teams performing electrical installations in the automotive final assembly environment
• Experience with electrical planning and installation of automation equipment on conveyor systems especially Siemens control systems and TIA
• Experience with INTEGRA standard
• German or Spanish proficiency

You’ll benefit from: 

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html.
• The pay range for this position is $89,670 - $153,720 and the annual incentive will be 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. 

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