Head of Project Management (35235)

We are looking for a Head of Project Management to lead the Manufacturing Engineering project portfolio, connecting business strategy with execution. The role will focus on industrialization and transformation projects, REMAN+ and Circular Economy programs, as well as CAPEX and R&D investment governance. Key Responsibilities • Lead, develop, and engage the team, strengthening competencies, performance, and succession planning; • Lead the Project & Business Office and govern the Manufacturing Engineering project portfolio; • Define priorities, resource allocation, and risk management, ensuring the successful execution of strategic and industrialization projects; • Manage CAPEX and R&D investments, including business cases, financial follow-up, prioritization, and benefits realization; • Drive the Manufacturing Engineering Master Plan and transformation, REMAN+, Circular Economy, and sustainability initiatives; • Represent Manufacturing Engineering in local and global forums and steering committees, ensuring stakeholder alignment; • Lead organizational change and improvements in governance, processes, resource utilization, and project management practices. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field; • At least 10 years of Project Management experience, preferably within manufacturing or an industrial environment; • At least 3 years of people leadership experience; • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing; • Experience in portfolio management and complex, cross-functional projects; • Experience in CAPEX and R&D investment governance, including business cases, financial management, risk management, and benefits realization; • Strong leadership, team development, and local/global stakeholder management skills; • Strategic and analytical mindset, with the ability to translate long-term objectives into priorities, roadmaps, and investment decisions; • Ability to lead change, continuous improvement, and transformation initiatives; • Full professional proficiency in English. Desirable • Advanced degree and/or PMP certification; • Experience in the automotive or heavy-duty vehicle industry; • Professional proficiency in Spanish.