Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Location:

Troy, United States Type of job:
Hybrid Date: 4 days ago

LEONI is a global provider of products, solutions, and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. With around 87,000 employees in 21 countries and EUR5billion in sales in 2024, we are a leading supplier of complex wiring systems and customer‑specific cable harnesses.

We believe that meaningful connections drive innovation and success. At LEONI, you will join a diverse, international, and collaborative team shaping the future of mobility, from autonomous driving to alternative drives and smart charging solutions.

Since mid‑2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, one of the world’s leading solution providers for consumer electronics, communications and data centers, automotive, and medical industries, based in China. Join us and help shape the future of connectivity together.

This position serves LEONI’s North American Project Management Department responsible for overseeing the P&L, leading actions to meet targets, and defining countermeasures for deviations in collaboration with relevant functions.

The candidate will assume full autonomy in all customer-facing interactions—serving as LEONI’s trusted representative and stewarding our brand, values, and commitments.

Job Profile Description

• Lead customer projects from RFQ (Gate 10) to end of production (Gate 70), ensuring adherence to LEONI project management processes and standards.
• Define profitability targets, monitor performance, and implement corrective measures for deviations in schedule, budget, and quality.
• Prepare and present project status reports at the account level, facilitate gate review meetings, and escalate decisions to the Project Steering Committee.
• Coordinate cross-functional work packages, conduct stakeholder analyses, and manage customer escalations through the defined escalation path.
• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, KPIs, and risk/opportunity portfolios, ensuring timely follow-up on action plans.
• Establish and manage internal and external communication structures, including kick-off meetings, status updates, and documentation.
• Apply risk management guidelines to identify, track, and mitigate project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical/Electrical preferred)
• Experience preferred: 3-5 years in Automotive project/wiring industry with at least 2 years of leadership in cross-functional organization.
• Basic knowledge of project management tools (MS project or similar)
• Proficient English speaking and writing skills
• Microsoft Office Skills
• Good team work, interpersonal skills, & problem solving skills
• Willingness to travel

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefit offerings to be discussed throughout interview process.

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