Project Manager Development Interior

Job description

We are looking for a Project Manager Development Interior for our Project Management Interior department in Erd. Join our team and lead impactful technical projects from concept to implementation! Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate full lifecycle product development projects (concept → series production), ensuring compliance with customer requirements, timelines, costs, and maturity targets; Act as the primary contact for customers on all development-related topics, in line with TS16949 standards; Drive technical clarification in acquisition/offer phases and secure accurate development cost estimations with cross‑functional teams; Build and manage the project organization, defining responsibilities, interfaces, and governance structures based on the DRX SEP development process; Ensure creation, alignment, and monitoring of project plans, milestones, risks, and opportunities, proactively driving issue resolution; Own and control the project budget: plan, track, and initiate corrective measures for deviations; Coordinate target cost management by aligning material, process, and investment parameters, exploring alternative concepts when needed; Oversee project steering, prioritize topics, secure cross‑department collaboration, and ensure robust product & process handover to production (incl. PPAP); Lead, motivate, and develop the project team, ensuring effective communication, performance management, and alignment with line managers. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related technical field; Minimum 5–7 years of experience in project management within automotive product development (preferably interior components); Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and automotive development standards, including IATF 16949 / TS16949; Solid understanding of product development processes (SEP or similar) and change management methodologies; Proficiency in project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, or equivalent) and strong analytical/problem‑solving mindset; Fluent in English, German and Hungarian; Very good communication skills, ability to take initiative and make decisions. Benefits: Exciting tasks in a family-run company with more than 70,000 car enthusiasts in over 20 countries; Integration program in a professional & dynamic team; International development opportunities inspired by latest technology; Challenging projects in work – life - balance atmosphere; Talent-oriented organizational culture. If you are an enthusiast person and you want to develop professionally in an international environment, please send us your application! All candidates that fit the profile will be contacted in maximum 3 weeks.