Mes deployment project manager

We are seeking a seasoned MES Deployment Project Manager to lead and manage Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation projects across brownfield and greenfield environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in shopfloor processes, IT/OT integration, and stakeholder management, with hands-on experience in delivering MES solutions within the discrete manufacturing domain.

Experience working with global teams is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Leadership:
• Lead end-to-end MES deployment projects (brownfield and greenfield).
• Conduct and facilitate discovery workshops to gather business and technical requirements.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with business objectives.
• Budget & Delivery Management:
• Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones with high quality and compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, OT, SAP, production, and external vendors.
• Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Work effectively with global teams across different time zones and cultures.
• Technical Expertise:
• Understand and map shopfloor processes to MES functionalities.
• Oversee IT/OT integration activities and ensure seamless connectivity between MES and other systems (ERP, SCADA, PLCs, etc.).
• Reporting & Tools:
• Utilize tools such as MS Project for planning and tracking.
• Leverage Power BI and Tableau for project and performance reporting.
• Use Dev Ops for managing project workflows and documentation.
Qualifications & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in MES project management.
• Proven track record of managing MES implementations in both brownfield and greenfield setups.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Experience with IT/OT integration and industrial automation systems.
• Experience working with global teams and managing cross-cultural communication.
• Proficiency in project management and reporting tools: MS Project, Power BI, Tableau, Azure Dev Ops.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Certifications:
• PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certifications.
• MES platform certifications (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell Factory Talk, GE Proficy, etc.).