Schneider Electric
PMO - Project Director
Schneider Electric, Franklin, Tennessee, us, 37068
Job Description:
Given the numerous transformation projects in Global Supply Chain (GSC) North America (NAM), we need to establish a robust Project Management Office to oversee the following:
Project Governance:
Track and prioritize major projects based on business priorities and resource availability
Maintain project roadmap for ongoing and future projects to manage resource needs and priorities
Establish project governance based on project size and criticality
Ensure timely project reviews and stage gate validations
Standardize project management practices and reporting structure
Establish a 'Centre of Excellence' for project management best practices
Monitor compliance with policies and standards
Provide executive leaders with project assessment information and interface with them on project priorities and challenges
Project Management:
Ensure projects meet defined timelines and budgets
Support project managers in addressing progress-hindering issues
Allocate appropriate resources for each project
Involve and inform all necessary stakeholders
Ensure compliance with mandatory processes
Manage staffing in line with project objectives
Delegate work to Project Managers & Program Managers
Set and review performance targets for individuals and the team
Manage risk, issue, and change resolution processes and take corrective action as needed
Oversee timely and within-budget delivery of projects/programs by Project Managers
Resource Management:
Keep track of resource needs and availability of resources to manage project prioritization
Anticipate needs for future and make resources available according to those needs
Make sure that we are providing necessary training to resources according to project needs
People Development:
Use the assignments under PMO to train & develop our key talents
Make sure to periodically rotate the people in & out of PMO to plants and other functions
Identify people with strong leadership and good execution
Lead cross-functional projects and assist the North America (NAM) Supply Chain (SC) head in handling crucial topics and projects.Qualifications:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering or Supply Chain OR degree in business/project management
Minimum 15-years of experience in a Supply Chain environment of a multinational corporation
Strong experience in Supply Chain management of technical commodity
Deep understanding of manufacturing and project management
Clear understanding of the Schneider Electric industrial policies and practice
Experience in driving strong & successful execution of project
At ease in functional reporting (dotted/dual line reporting) as well as hierarchical mode (direct/solid line) in large matrix organizations
About Our Company:At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a
meaningful
purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.
We believe in
empowering
our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.
We embrace
inclusion
as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.
Discover your
Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered
career at Schneider Electric.
€34.2bn global revenue+12% organic growth135,000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.
We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we ‘embrace different’ as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
here
and our DEI Policy
here .
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Given the numerous transformation projects in Global Supply Chain (GSC) North America (NAM), we need to establish a robust Project Management Office to oversee the following:
Project Governance:
Track and prioritize major projects based on business priorities and resource availability
Maintain project roadmap for ongoing and future projects to manage resource needs and priorities
Establish project governance based on project size and criticality
Ensure timely project reviews and stage gate validations
Standardize project management practices and reporting structure
Establish a 'Centre of Excellence' for project management best practices
Monitor compliance with policies and standards
Provide executive leaders with project assessment information and interface with them on project priorities and challenges
Project Management:
Ensure projects meet defined timelines and budgets
Support project managers in addressing progress-hindering issues
Allocate appropriate resources for each project
Involve and inform all necessary stakeholders
Ensure compliance with mandatory processes
Manage staffing in line with project objectives
Delegate work to Project Managers & Program Managers
Set and review performance targets for individuals and the team
Manage risk, issue, and change resolution processes and take corrective action as needed
Oversee timely and within-budget delivery of projects/programs by Project Managers
Resource Management:
Keep track of resource needs and availability of resources to manage project prioritization
Anticipate needs for future and make resources available according to those needs
Make sure that we are providing necessary training to resources according to project needs
People Development:
Use the assignments under PMO to train & develop our key talents
Make sure to periodically rotate the people in & out of PMO to plants and other functions
Identify people with strong leadership and good execution
Lead cross-functional projects and assist the North America (NAM) Supply Chain (SC) head in handling crucial topics and projects.Qualifications:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering or Supply Chain OR degree in business/project management
Minimum 15-years of experience in a Supply Chain environment of a multinational corporation
Strong experience in Supply Chain management of technical commodity
Deep understanding of manufacturing and project management
Clear understanding of the Schneider Electric industrial policies and practice
Experience in driving strong & successful execution of project
At ease in functional reporting (dotted/dual line reporting) as well as hierarchical mode (direct/solid line) in large matrix organizations
About Our Company:At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a
meaningful
purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.
We believe in
empowering
our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.
We embrace
inclusion
as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.
Discover your
Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered
career at Schneider Electric.
€34.2bn global revenue+12% organic growth135,000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.
We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we ‘embrace different’ as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.
You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
here
and our DEI Policy
here .
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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