Role Description
The PF Project Manager – Interiors in Motion will be responsible for the planning and implementation of the various company projects; He/She will have the task to coordinate the various internal department with customers and suppliers, ensuring compliance with costs, times and agreed quality.
The position reports to the R&D Manager of Poltrona Frau's Interiors in Motion Business Unit.
Main activities
* Coordinate the product development team as assigned project manager
* Plan all product development activities and monitor their progress until all established objectives are achieved
* Act as interface and contact person towards the Customer for the relevant project until a suitable period after the production launch of the product
* Carry out definitive technical-production feasibility analyzes on new products
* Identify, in collaboration with the Purchasing/SQE Office, new potential suppliers of materials
* Start pilot orders of these materials until the product/supplier is qualified
* Manage technical changes to the project agreed with the client and coordinates all related activities
* Provide Process Quality support in managing customer complaints and reports after the start of series production
* Plan activities relating to transfers of production sites and monitor their progress
* Supervise the creation of the prototype at the Modeling Shop
* Plan, request and monitor the results of all necessary laboratory tests on the new product (Technical Resolution and Self-qualification)
* Prepare cost estimates for new products aimed at formulating offers
Education and experiences
* Master Degree in Engineering
* Minimum 3 years in a similar role in structured and international companies
* Fluent English
* Origin from the automotive sector (OEM / Tier 1)
* Knowledge of AS400/SAP applications is appreciated
Skills and abilities
* Ability to work in team
* Proven negotiation and presentation skills
* Aptitude for problem solving and innovation
* Orientation to external and internal customers
* Care and attention to details
* Orientation towards achieving objectives
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