Global Project Manager

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About the job

In this role The Global Next Project Manager is responsible for overall accountability to plan execute and finalize complex project orders for Gasketed Plated Heat Exchangers (GPHE) according to the deadline agreed while keeping the project within budget.

• Manage project from receipt of order through final documentation to fulfill contract with customers.

• Responsible for leading the project team and ensuring the process flow and procedures are followed in accordance with Project Order Process.

• Support Sales Companies Bid Manager team and customers in quotation/bid phase.

This is an onsite position located in Richmond VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Early involvement in projects from Bid Phase supporting Sales companies Bid Managers and customers.

• Perform order clarification during sales/operations handover meeting.

• Manage own Global Project Portfolio in close cooperation with colleagues from the execution site and local factory in Alfa Laval.

• Conduct project meetings set milestones and lead project members to meet the project schedule across borders keeping deadlines.

• Be accountable for delivery on time specification and budget

• Secure necessary deliverables and documentation to meet customer requirements.

• Have direct contact with customers when required.

• Assist with continuous improvement activities for processes procedures and systems.

• Report state of projects perform project closure and evaluation of projects.

• Work closely with sales companies to ensure project financial targets are met and identify opportunities to enhance profit on projects.

• Manage change orders and deviations where necessary (evaluation of risks).

• Develop strong working relationships with customers Sales Companies and AL executing sites through stakeholder management.

• Secure projects are executed in compliance with Alfa Lavals safety and quality requirements.

• Travel to resolve site issues or meet with customers for kickoff meetings. For Next PM Richmond almost all travel is within the US however there may be times when international travel is required to Alfa Laval manufacturing sites or customer sites.

What you know:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as Project Manager.

• Technical sales or project management experience.

• Used to work in ERP system environments e.g. Endeavor D365.

• English high level in speaking and writing.

• Handle customers and orders with high complexity.

We care about diversity inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidates fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

Whats in it for you

At Alfa Laval we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job background skills and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $135000 to $155000.

At Alfa Laval we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations for this particular role we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit or business need without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

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