Project Lead Manager (m/f/d

Einleitung

Emmingen | Full-time | Permanent contract

Reporting to: Operation Director EMEA

Your role

We are looking for a Project Lead Manager to join our European Operations team in a newly created, high-impact role.

In this position, you will take responsibility for driving cross-functional projects across the organization. While project priorities are defined by leadership, you will enjoy a high level of autonomy in structuring, managing, and delivering these initiatives from start to finish.

You will work in an international, matrix environment, translating data into clear recommendations and ensuring successful execution through collaboration.

Ihre Aufgaben

Your Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

Lead the full lifecycle of cross-functional projects (e.g., network optimization) from scoping to implementation

Translate business needs into structured project plans, milestones, and deliverables

Build robust, data-driven business cases (ROI, cost analysis, payback)

Manage risks, dependencies, and timelines to ensure successful delivery

Drive alignment and decision-making across stakeholders in a matrix organization

Ensure clear governance and reporting toward leadership

Identify improvement opportunities and support structured problem-solving initiatives

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Management

Collaborate with teams across operations, quality, warehouse, lab, and commercial functions

Influence stakeholders without direct authority and ensure engagement

Communicate clearly with site leadership and European/global stakeholders

Ihr Profil

Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical qualification

Minimum 3 years of experience in international project management

Experience in an industrial environment required; supply chain knowledge is a plus

Familiarity with Lean / Continuous Improvement principles is an advantage

Fluent in English and German (Italian is a plus)

Strong analytical skills with a data-driven mindset

Advanced Excel skills; SAP knowledge is a plus

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Structured, proactive, and able to work independently in a matrix organization

Wir bieten

What We Offer

Permanent contract

Competitive compensation package

Kostenlose Mittagessen mit dem Hofmanns Menü

Flexible working model (on-site with home office options)

International exposure and collaboration

Travel opportunities (up to 50%)

Weitere Informationen

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC | Zweigniederlassung Deutschland

Bogenstraße 6 - 8

78576 Emmingen-Liptingen