Project manager (m/f/d) - product portfolio enhancement

HtmlProject Manager (m/f/d) - Product Portfolio EnhancementAre you interested in using your project management skills to drive growth in an innovative and globally successful manufacturer of industrial marking systems? Leibinger stands for quality "Made in Germany", innovative strength, and international success—combined with the culture of a third-generation family-owned company with fast and efficient decision-making processes. Join us and strengthen our team as:Project Manager (m/f/d) – Product Portfolio EnhancementYour tasks:Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects focused on enhancing the existing product portfolio , including quality improvements, cost optimization, and technical modificationsManage projects end-to-end, from scope identification to implementation and post-deployment follow-upEnsure projects meet targets in terms of quality, cost efficiency, performance, and time-to-market , with a strong focus on products in series productionCollaborate closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to implement engineering changes and continuous improvement initiatives .Manage risks, dependencies, and trade-offs, ensuring transparency and fact-based decision-makingMaintain clear communication with stakeholders and provide structured reporting on project progress, KPIs, and outcomesContribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and best practicesYour profile:Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field; Project Management certification (PMI, IPMA, PRINCE2, Agile) is a plus5+ years of experience in project management in an industrial environment, ideally related to product lifecycle management or portfolio optimizationProven track record in managing improvement projects on existing products (quality, cost reduction, design changes, or industrialization updates)Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, cost structures, and product performance driversExperience in engineering change management and continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirableKnowledge and application of AI tools is an assetStrong problem-solving skills and structured working methodsExcellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teamsHighly organized, proactive, and results-oriented with a strong business and customer focusFluent in English; A dynamic and impactful role with direct influence on product performance and business successA family-owned company with flat hierarchies, strong values, and international growthA secure environment with strong team spirit and collaborative cultureShort decision-making paths enabling fast implementation of ideasAn attractive compensation package including performance-based elements and comprehensive benefitsPaul Leibinger GmbH & Co.