Associate Project Manager

Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation with a unique local presence through our 140.000+ employees in more than 100 countries worldwide. We are a technology company and create connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives. Schneider Electric Process Automation is a division that creates and applies advanced technologies offering safety, critical and distributed control systems, measurement & instrumentation products, visualization and simulation software solutions. The marketplace knows us from our premier brands - Avantis, Eurotherm, Foxboro, Simsci-Esscor, Triconex, Modicon. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this role is to provide assistance in the delivery of projects by supporting Project Managers in executing project-specific tasks and activities. Is accountable for developing project management capability. KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide support to Sales and Supply Chain before project is sold to help scope the work, determine resource requirements, identify price, determine discounts, and identify any potential risks related to the project - Assist to the preparation of commercial offers to customers, working together with engineering to determine hardware and software specification, and engineering estimates - Assist in the development of a project plan that provides the customer with a fully integrated set of product, process, and technical solutions that draw on Schneider Electric’s total value proposition to meet the needs of the customer and support the execution of the master project plan (if in place) - Manages simple projects, coordinating project team according to process descriptions - Can be the main contact point for customers, vendors, subcontractors during the implementation of the project - Ensures maximum profitability and minimum capital need during the project implementation - Works with third-party vendors to ensure compatibility with Schneider Electric’s solution - Seeks and contracts with people resources for the project based on team members' expertise, skills, availability, and cost - Aligns people resources from multiple internal functions (e.g., Engineering, Services, Sales, Product Development, Finance, Supply Chain) and third parties and ensures a productive working relationship between all team members to provide seamless and cost effective delivery of Schneider Electric’s solutions to the customer - Defines and communicates the project expectations of team members to clarify roles and ensure accountability for the achievement of project goals - Demand of high quality performance from colleagues, subcontractors and suppliers during contracting - Controlling incoming subcontractor invoices and supplier’s documentation - Completing administrative tasks related to projects (SAP, reports, project follow-up) - Helps identifying project risk factors and puts in place plans and actions to mitigate them - Can manage day-to-day customer relationships to stay apprised of customer's needs and concerns, mitigate project risks, and facilitate smooth delivery of the solution - Proactively manages non-compliances, actively sells changes and modifications to the customer - Identifies and manages customer satisfaction issues that may compromise the impact of the project - Maximizes project revenues by actively consulting with customers to fully diagnose problems and identify opportunities for extending project impact, success, and scope - Develops understanding of customer's key buying factors and uses this understanding to assist in extending project scope - Improves cashflow by identifying issues with project budget, streamlining billing activities, and monitoring and resolving issues with payments - Identifies and disseminates project management best practices (e.g., PMI concepts) and applies standard project management processes as defined by local and the Global Project Management Office - Performs any other task requested by manager related to the job scope - Demand and overview safe execution of project tasks on site, on the customer’s premises and in Schneider Electric’s warehouse/offices PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS: ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES: - Technical University Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctor’s degree in electrical engineering, IT, applied informatics or automation - 3+ years of experience in Automation control industry and/or related engineering experience in disciplines such as process, chemical, mechanical, industrial, and/or electrical engineering with end-users and/or EPCs - 1+ years of experience managing automation, electrical distribution, or IT projects - Experience interfacing with customers and leading customer interactions - Project P&L experience - Self-starter capabilities & be able to work under your own initiative - Strong motivation and interest in learning new technologies, working on projects and travelling on the frequent business trips to customers - High commitment to work, proactive approach and flexibility - Customer approach, team spirit and good communication and presentation skills - Understanding of contractual and legal aspects of the project - Experience and understanding of project risk management/mitigation techniques - Fluent level of written and spoken English, other languages are plus - Valid driving license (Category B) TECHNICAL SKILLS: - Knowledge SAP - Experience with process control engineering, DCS, PLC (Siemens, Honeywell, Yokogawa, Johnson Controls, Emerson) - Experience working with control design documents - PC Software literacy: MS Visio, MS Project or Primavera, MS Office DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES: - Experience working as an Applications Engineer - Experience in leading a cross-functional team - Experience leading a global team - Work experience in a global company - PMI certification or equivalent - Experience with control software and hardware: PLC, DCS - Knowledge of process control theory - Knowledge of another foreign language (German, Italian, French, etc.) - Good understanding of Schneider Electric’s relevant product, solution and software portfolio What's in it for me? EMPLOYEE PERKS, BENEFITS: - Employee share ownership program - Very good cafeteria program for all employees - Depending on position and performance - up to 2.5 months worth of annual bonus - Special recognition program for high performers - Schneider Electric wide internal mobility program - great way to progress on your career in-country or outside of country - Countless opportunities for technical and soft skills development and learning - Flexible working hours - Possibility of home office - Daily use of English - Language courses - Contribution to supplementary pension saving (DDS) - Global family leave program - Life insurance - Working in a great multinational team of top global company Information about the selection process: If you are interested in this position, please send us your CV in English language. We really appreciate your job application. Please mind we will contact only candidates meeting our job requirements. Thank you for your kind understanding. Why us? Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive. €25.7bn global revenue 137 000+ employees in 100+ countries 45% of revenue from IoT 5% of revenue devoted for R&D You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled It is the policy of Schneider Electric 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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