Project Manager Product Operations (m/w/d)

Are you ready to develop the future of retail? As the world’s leader in IoT and data technologies for commerce, our mission is to help retailers and brands use digitalization to become more efficient, more intelligent, and more sustainable—and in doing so, enable more positive commerce. VusionGroup is a fast-growing, fast-paced retail tech company. We believe that by thinking big and working together as one team—agile thinkers, tech makers, and change agents—we can build the largest retail IoT platform in the world. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate new product introductions (NPI) by aligning R&D, Product Management, Supply Chain and EMS partners on key project milestones and timelines. Monitor project progress, proactively identify delays and risks and drive timely escalation and mitigation actions. Support trial run planning, product approvals and smooth transition into mass production. Assess long lead-time component risks, prepare recommendations for strategic purchasing, and ensure customer delivery commitments can be met. Collaborate with supply planning and operational purchasing to align production readiness with project schedules. Prepare regular project status reports highlighting timelines, risks, challenges and critical decisions. Facilitate communication with manufacturing partners to ensure successful execution of development and production plans.

Responsibilities

Coordinate new product introductions (NPI) by aligning R&D, Product Management, Supply Chain and EMS partners on key project milestones and timelines; Monitor project progress, proactively identify delays and risks and drive timely escalation and mitigation actions; Support trial run planning, product approvals and smooth transition into mass production; Assess long lead-time component risks, prepare recommendations for strategic purchasing, and ensure customer delivery commitments can be met; Collaborate with supply planning and operational purchasing to align production readiness with project schedules; Prepare regular project status reports highlighting timelines, risks, challenges and critical decisions; Facilitate communication with manufacturing partners to ensure successful execution of development and production plans

Requirements

Completed commercial education; At least 3 years in similar role; Understanding how an EMS is operating; SAP knowledge; Fluent written and spoken skills in German / English; Good Electronics and Mechanics skills; Good communication and coordination skills; Basic electronic knowledge; Solution-oriented working style; Strong analytical skills; Willingness to travel

Benefits

Competitive pay and shareholder equity; A flexible, hybrid work schedule; Company Doctor; Company merch and presents; Notebook; Good public transport connections w/ financial support; Flexible working hours; Home Office; No dresscode / casual style; No All-In contract; Team Events; Beautiful Mur in walking distance; Accessibility; Bicycle parking; Canteen with different meals and financial assistance; Nearby kebab; Fresh fruits; Coffee, tea, water, …; Electric charging station; Airport Graz nearby; Multiculturality – Hanging out with colleagues from all around the world