You should be a customer-focused leader with the ability to effectively motivate, encourage, lead, manage, and mentor cross-functional teams, with proven experience establishing and achieving project objectives.
Primary responsibilities will include
- Manage customer interaction and expectations through the length of the project / contract scope
- Lead / manage cross-functional project teams in Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Planning to ensure on-time and accurate orders that meet customer requirements
- Exhibit financial mastery of the project including budget management, revenue management, invoice management/forecasting, change order management, procurement management, and payment assurance
- Manage project financials with a proactive approach to predict financial issues before they arise
- Maintain the Project Cost Forecasting (PCF) for appropriate scheduling and tracking of project units and scope
- Schedule Revenue and manage P/L
- Schedule Mechanical/Controls Engineering and Installation resources as required
- Support proposal activities for new prospects in Applications Group as well as lead change order proposals to support scope changes on current projects and be able to quote, sell and negotiate changes
- Focus on continuous improvement initiatives by recognizing and correcting internal and external processes when necessary (including improvements related to project management and Oracle ERP system improvements to allow for simpler user interactions)
- Oracle Improvement (recognize and correct Oracle interfaces to allow simpler user interactions)
- Occasional extended travel to customer sites in support of project or sales initiatives
- Travel to multiple FANUC build site locations to support project requirements and work at those locations as needed based on phase of project
- Function as a mentor/guide for other Project Managers and Associate Project Managers (to assist in PM growth potential)
- Occasional need for extended hours to meet deadlines in response to customer and project requirements
Ideal candidate will have the following experience and education
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience
- 8+ years project / program management experience
- 8+ years automation or application experience
- Experience with Microsoft Project Schedule
- Proven ability to successfully lead/manage multiple large projects simultaneously
- Demonstrated effective collaboration and negotiation experience with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. project teams, buyers, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree
- 10+ years of project or program management experience
- 10+ years of experience in automation or application
- Experience with Oracle ERP System
- Experience in machine tool or related industry experience
- Experience with AutoCAD
It’s Your Move
At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.
We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
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What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation.
Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training.
On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan.
In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
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