Senior Project Manager 100 %
Volpi Group
Volpi is a leading manufacturer of optoelectronic modules that sit at the heart of In Vitro Diagnostics and Life Sciences instruments. We serve a broad range of customers that include established instrument manufacturers as well as start-ups entering the field.
As part of our continued growth, we are currently looking for a new colleague to join us in the role of
Senior Project Manager
at our Swiss headquarter in Dietikon (Zurich). In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise in optical engineering to the development of innovative opto-mechatronic systems, making a significant impact on the future of diagnostics and life sciences.
Area of responsibility:
- Focus on product and service offering along the whole lifecycle with your Volpi accounts
- Commercial responsibility from idea to phase-out of a product/project. This means: Create value in defining product and service offering to the customer (quotes, contracts, etc.)
- Bridge and lead the business and technical needs of our large OEM and evolving startup customers with the engineering and contract manufacturing capabilities of Volpi and by partnering with other companies
- As the leader of the Volpi steering committee meeting for assigned accounts you are responsible to drive and monitor the process for these key accounts
- Clarify the key deliverables, product and technology requirements and communicate them throughout Volpi
- First point of contact for customer’s commercial management during a running project
- Set-up, define and plan the consulting, engineering, manufacturing and after-sales services that optimally benefit customers. Take potential capability, regulatory and risk constraints into consideration
- Collaborate with Key Account Management in creating the quotes and contracts for Volpi services and support negotiations
- Provide the organization with reliable forecasts including capacities and capabilities needed
- Drive for results to achieve customer satisfaction, fast and reliable response, on-time delivery and other key metrics
- Entrepreneurial thinking and acting with a focus on value creation for the customer and value capturing for the enterprise
Your profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, science or engineering, Master’s preferred
- 8+ years of experience in project management
- Experience in OEM IVD and/or life science research industry is a must
- Customer centric business mentality with strong abilities to steer activities for optimum results and outcome
- Experience with complex, multi-level programs in large organizations in a regulatory environment
- Proven record in managing the development of technologically sophisticated solutions and complex systems
- Operations, manufacturing and after-sales service knowledge
- Sophisticated communication skills, including group presentation, negotiation and influencing
- Advanced managerial and leadership skills, including planning and organization, decision making, problem solving and program and risk management
- Willingness to travel approx. 10% - 20%
What we offer:
- competitive total compensation
- enjoy 27 vacation days (22 days & 5 bridging days)
- opportunity to work remotely one day per week
- complimentary parking spaces provided
- experience a flat organizational structure
- collaboration with our team in the United States
- take advantage of quick decision-making processes, long-term career opportunities, and personalized professional development
- step into a role that offers independence, variety, and the potential for growth within a dynamic, international setting
- work in a contemporary office building featuring a rooftop terrace, conveniently located near the Dietikon train station
- participate in regular social and professional events with colleagues
- join a highly motivated, friendly team and enjoy attractive employment terms
Important notice:
We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs sent without a prior written agreement will be considered unsolicited, and we reserve the right to process them without incurring any agency fees.
Contact
Johan Nuguse
Recruiter
Phone number : +41 44 732 43 83