MES Deployment Project Manager

We are seeking a seasoned MES Deployment Project Manager to lead and manage Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation projects across brownfield and greenfield environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in shopfloor processes, IT/OT integration, and stakeholder management, with hands-on experience in delivering MES solutions within the discrete manufacturing domain. Experience working with global teams is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

Lead end-to-end MES deployment projects (brownfield and greenfield).

Conduct and facilitate discovery workshops to gather business and technical requirements.

Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with business objectives.

Budget & Delivery Management:

Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and cost control.

Ensure timely delivery of project milestones with high quality and compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, OT,SAP, production, and external vendors.

Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.

Work effectively with global teams across different time zones and cultures.

Technical Expertise:

Understand and map shopfloor processes to MES functionalities.

Oversee IT/OT integration activities and ensure seamless connectivity between MES and other systems (ERP, SCADA, PLCs, etc.).

Reporting & Tools:

Utilize tools such as MS Project for planning and tracking.

Leverage Power BI and Tableau for project and performance reporting.

Use DevOps for managing project workflows and documentation.

Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum 8+ years of experience in MES project management.

Proven track record of managing MES implementations in both brownfield and greenfield setups.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.

Experience with IT/OT integration and industrial automation systems.

Experience working with global teams and managing cross-cultural communication.

Proficiency in project management and reporting tools: MS Project, Power BI, Tableau, Azure DevOps.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications:

PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile certifications.

MES platform certifications (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, GE Proficy, etc.).