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Korber is seeking a Project Manager – Manufacturing to lead cross-functional coordination for large-scale system integration projects within the Postal and Parcel Logistics USA business unit. This role ensures timely and accurate release of Bill of Materials (BOM) in alignment with project schedules and execution plans. Acting as a key liaison between Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, and Installation teams, the Project Manager drives material readiness from design to deployment.

This role requires strong leadership and project management skills to oversee release activities, coordinate stakeholders, resolve roadblocks, and manage risk. The Project Manager fosters accountability and continuous improvement to support operational readiness and successful customer delivery.

Your role in our team

• You will serve as a visible leader in coordinating with Engineering to finalize and validate complex product configurations, ensuring BOM integrity supports operational and technical goals.
• You will establish and manage KPIs for material readiness; report progress, escalate risks, and resolve roadblocks to maintain critical timelines.
• You will champion high standards of documentation accuracy, including release notes, configuration logs, and handover materials.
• You will align BOM structures with evolving project requirements in coordination with Order Configuration Management.
• You will lead risk assessment and mitigation related to material readiness and configuration scope, supporting project managers and senior leadership with data-driven recommendations.
• You will integrate new product release schedules with production and engineering workflows to ensure operational readiness.
• You will facilitate high-impact meetings with cross-functional teams to align execution plans, resolve dependencies, and reinforce accountability.
• You will ensure timely release and integration of Recommended Spare Parts Lists with Engineering and Customer Support.
• You will act as a problem-solving resource and escalation point for site teams during material shortages, availability challenges, and expedite requests.
• You will maintain comprehensive, auditable records of all release and configuration activities to support compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• You will champion quality, customer satisfaction, and delivery performance throughout the release process.
• You will represent the project release function during customer visits, readiness reviews, and installation ramp-up meetings; travel to sites as needed.
• You will lead or contribute to strategic initiatives that improve release processes, system accuracy, and project execution efficiency.
• You will monitor and manage project budgets, working closely with both internal and external teams to resolve gaps and optimize profitability.
• You will track project schedules, communicate root causes of delays, and drive solutions to prevent and reduce unplanned changes.
• You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product development, engineering, operations, procurement, quality, and logistics to ensure project success.
• You will serve as the primary point of contact for manufacturing-related project matters and facilitate collaboration among diverse technical and business teams.
• You will support new product introductions (NPI), process improvement initiatives, and technology transfers.
• You will foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within project teams.

Your profile

• You have a bachelor’s degree in engineering management or a related technical field.
• You have more than 5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, logistics coordination, material release management, or related disciplines.
• You have strong working knowledge of product structure management, configuration control, and BOM lifecycle processes.
• You have prior experience in parcel logistics, warehouse automation, or industrial automation environments.
• You have demonstrated expertise in product and project BOM structure, with the ability to lead configuration and release activities across the product lifecycle.
• You have a strong understanding of product structure management in engineering and manufacturing environments.
• You have experience leading cross-functional teams and managing competing priorities and project timelines.
• You have exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in managing documentation and configuration records.
• You are an effective communicator, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You have the ability to interpret technical drawings, release documentation, and automation system workflows.
• You have experience working in fast-paced production or logistics environments, with a preference for parcel or warehouse automation.
• You have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP, particularly in BOM management and configuration.
• You are comfortable working within matrixed teams and cross-functional structures.
• You have strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic parcel logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This full-time, exempt role offers a hybrid work setting.

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

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