Projects Director New Technology

International automotive company located in Barcelona province, is looking for an estrategical position, a Projects Director of New Technology. 

Reporting to a Worldwide Projects Director, the main responsabilities are:

• Monitor Projects KPI’s results for projects of his/her country or region in terms of EBIT, Quality and timing and report these results monthly to the COO and corporate projects director.
• Support and coach the activity of his/her assigned Projects Managers team ensuring that they respect always the internal development methodology, the use of tools defined by the company and the procedures required by the customer.
• Achieve the profitability target during the project life-cycle.
• Support the Sales Area in the improvement of the relationship with the through visits, presentations, etc.
• Prevent projects’ deviations in development / quality / timing and define action plans when needed.
• Determine priorities for the critical projects with the project teams.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of the company development system.
• Ensure communication/benchmarking and knowledge sharing between project teams.
• Observe company’s Code of Ethics to avoid fraudulent practices. Comply with Information Security Management System (ISMS) applicable to the job, along with the training related thereto.
• Lead the team, guaranteeing its effectiveness, development and motivation, fostering company's values.
• Provide the team with the necessary means to comply with OHSE rules, ensuring they are properly used.
• Actively cooperate in maintaining, promoting and improving the OHSE and Quality department.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, LANGUAGUES & EXPERTISE

- Academic Background: Bachelor Degree

- Languages: Fluent in local language & Fluent in English (spoken and written)

- Experience: 2 years in similar position or 5 as a Project Manager

- Travel: Availability to travel 

- Additional training: Knowledge in Project Management or finances would be a plus