Order Project Manager
Eaton is looking for Customer Project Manager (Order Manager)
This position will be located in our plant in Suchdol and Luznici - enclosures/power distribution components
Job profile:
Lead and coordinate customer Low Voltage System Assembly (LVSA) projects from purchase order to final delivery, ensuring on-time execution, clear customer communication, and effective alignment across engineering, procurement, production, testing, and logistics.
LVSA Project Ownership & Execution
• Own assigned customer projects from PO receipt to shipment / handover
• Create and maintain project plans, milestones, and priorities
• Monitor progress across all phases (engineering, material readiness, production, FAT, delivery)
• Ensure customer commitments are met regarding timing, scope, and quality
Customer Interface & Communication
• Act as the primary contact for customers and Front-end team during project execution
• Coordinate technical clarifications, schedule updates, and status reporting
• Manage customer meetings, progress calls, and escalation topics
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• Build strong customer relationships through proactive communication
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate internal functions to ensure smooth execution: Post-Order Engineering, Project Buyer / Supply Chain, Work Preparation, Production / Assembly, Test / FAT and Logistics
• Drive timely decisions and remove blockers
Schedule & Milestone Management
• Manage key project milestones (M0-M10), including Project Hand-over and Kick-off, IFC release, Material readiness, Start of assembly, FAT and Shipment
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation and recovery actions
Change Management
• Lead customer change management process, coordinate customer changes, deviations, and engineering change requests
• Assess impact on cost, lead time, and scope together with relevant functions
• Ensure approved changes are implemented and communicated clearly
Commercial & Cost Awareness
• Monitor project scope vs order confirmation
• Drive management of variation orders / additional costs where applicable
• Escalate commercial risks or scope gaps
Quality & Delivery Focus
• Support FAT planning and customer attendance
• Ensure documentation package is ready for delivery
• Drive issue resolution to protect on-time delivery and customer satisfaction
Reporting & Governance
• Maintain accurate project tracker and status reporting
• Present project status, risks, and actions in internal reviews
• Lead lessons learned after project completion"
We would like you to bring:
- Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years in project management, order management, or customer project execution
- Experience in manufacturing / engineered-to-order products preferred
- Experience with electrical equipment / switchgear / industrial projects is a strong advantage"
- Czech and excellent English skills
- Understanding of project lifecycle in manufacturing environment
- Ability to read technical drawings / understand engineering topics (advantage)
- Strong planning and coordination capability
- Familiarity with ERP (SAP)/ project tracking tools / Excel"
- Strong customer communication skills
- Ownership and accountability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Problem-solving mindset
What Eaton offers:
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Challenging projects in dynamic and collaborative team
Great promotional opportunities - We encourage internal promotion, whenever possible
Excellent working environment - Safety and ethics are really important for us
Inclusion & Diversity - Openness to diversity widens our access to the best talent. Inclusion allows us to engage that talent fully
Learning & Development - We invest in our employees for the long term - not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)