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 :

Preferred Certifications :