Project Manager - Quality

DESCRIPTION

Manages, designs, and executes projects of varying complexity and size within the assigned functional area. Partners with business stakeholders, collaborates with colleagues for administrative and logistics support, and utilizes project management skills, tools, and methods to ensure successful project completion. Uses data-driven methods to ensure quantitative project measurement, reporting, and sustainability of project results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads multiple projects from assignment or ideation to completion.
• Facilitates project planning sessions with internal stakeholders to determine scope and objectives.
• Works with business stakeholders to establish quantifiable project goals and deliverables.
• Designs project plans, develops timelines, identifies milestones, and tracks performance against timelines and deliverables.
• Utilizes project management and quality tools to identify project issues and risks, working with team members to resolve them.
• Uses project management, data visualization, and communication tools to monitor and communicate project status.
• Plans and monitors project budget, conducts research and project data analysis, and collaborates in project design.
• Manages project risk, identifying areas of risk and working with the team to implement mitigation solutions.
• Documents and shares lessons learned and project management best practices with other teams.
• Maintains project records in accessible digital formats and communicates project updates effectively.
• Identifies and assigns appropriate resources, coaching team members through project stages and providing project management guidance.

• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of relevant work experience required; project or team leadership experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of Cummins QMS (CQMS); experience with CAR/SCAR resolution, Six Sigma GB certification, and problem-solving techniques is advantageous.
• Project Scope: Manage eQMS implementation in the United States, Latin America, and Europe, facilitating meetings and reviews.
• Work Schedule: Requires working India night shifts (5 PM to 2 AM), following the India holiday calendar; during US holidays, day shift work is permitted.
• Communication & Leadership: Strong presentation and communication skills required for dealing with multiple stakeholders across different regions.
• Travel: May require domestic travel to India-based plants to understand implementation processes.

• Business Insight: Applies business and marketplace knowledge to drive organizational goals.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers communications that address different audience needs.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Manages Complexity: Analyzes complex and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems.
• Manages Conflict: Effectively handles conflict situations with minimal disruption.
• Plans and Aligns: Prioritizes work to meet organizational commitments.
• Project Issue and Risk Management: Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks using recommended tools and strategies.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the benefits of diverse perspectives and cultures.
• Drives Engagement: Creates a motivating climate for teams to achieve organizational objectives.
• Drives Results: Consistently delivers results, even under challenging circumstances.
• Builds Effective Teams: Develops strong, diverse teams aligned toward common goals.
• Data Communication and Visualization: Constructs clear narratives using data visualization, including reports and dashboards.
• Project Management: Balances scope, schedule, and resources to ensure project success.
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Applies quality disciplines, tools, and methodologies for continuous process improvement.

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Certifications: Quality Green Belt certified or equivalent preferred; project management certification is an advantage.
• Please note that this is a Hybrid role.