Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field;
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Project Management within the automotive industry, including successful launch management activities;
• Advanced English language skills (written and spoken), German language skills are considered an advantage;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Microsoft Teams;
• Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies and tools, including APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning);
• Good understanding of PFMEA, Control Plans, and production process validation activities;
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications;
• Knowledge of process capability studies, quality zones, and manufacturing quality requirements;
• Experience with quality management tools and problem-solving methodologies (Pareto Analysis, Ishikawa, 5 Why, etc.);
• Understanding of production ramp-up planning, capacity calculations, and industrialization processes;
• Knowledge of engineering change management processes and systems;
• Understanding of automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3;
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and production systems (JIT, JIS, Kanban) as well as workplace ergonomics principles;
• Knowledge of customer-specific requirements (CSR) within the automotive industry.

Social and Leadership Competencies:

• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a multicultural and cross-functional team;
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines;
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to facilitate meetings and prepare clear documentation and reports;
• Ability to influence stakeholders, manage conflicts constructively, and drive decisions toward practical solutions;
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and a structured approach to decision-making;
• Proactive attitude, high level of initiative, and commitment to continuous improvement;
• Leadership skills with the ability to coordinate teams and support project objectives in a dynamic environment;
• Adaptability and change management skills;
• Conflict management and negotiation skills;
• Budget planning and cost management.

Responsibilities:

• Plans and defines the resources required for project implementation and provide input to the Project Manager for the preparation of the project investment plan;
• Ensures compliance with project milestones, PMS requirements, and project timing plans, as well as the on-time delivery and quality of parts from pre-series phase through SOP and serial production, in alignment with HQ project requirements;
• Identifies and requests the necessary human and material resources to support successful project execution;
• Organizes, leads, and participates in project meetings involving plant functions and cross-functional project teams;
• Ensures the availability of resources required to achieve project objectives within scope, timeline, quality, and budget targets;
• Coordinates, monitors, and drives project activities throughout all launch phases;
• Assigns, coordinates, and follows up on project tasks ensuring timely completion and accountability across the project team;
• Tracks project status and initiates actions in accordance with PMS procedures;
• Monitors project costs from the launch phase onward, ensuring adherence to approved budgets and identifying potential risks or deviations;
• Supports project budget definition, investment planning, cost forecasting, and financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle;
• Manages the successful handover of projects from the launch phase to serial production;
• Monitors process KPIs and drives actions to achieve product and process maturity within the defined timeline;
• Prepares and presents regular project status reports to plant management and project stakeholders;
• Ensures appropriate representation of the production site in key customer meetings, either directly or through designated company representatives;
• Contributes to investment planning activities and support decision-making regarding project-related expenditures;
• Proactively identifies project risks, develop mitigation plans, and drives corrective actions to ensure successful project delivery;
• Facilitates clear communication and strong collaboration among all project stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, headquarters teams, and plant departments.

About us 

JOYSONQUIN Automotive Systems Romania produces steering wheels and ornamental elements for the dashboard, doors and center console, based on a modern technology and the diversity of materials used: noble veneer, leather, carbon and plastic. For over 20 years we have been satisfying the needs of our clients, renowned car manufacturers, such as Mercedes, Bentley, Audi, BMW, Porsche and Volkswagen. The quality of the products and the trust that our customers give us are the result of the professionalism of our employees. The company has 1000 employees in Ghimbav, Romania and is constantly developing.