Suppy Chain Transformation PM - ABBVJP00034485

Project Manager – Supply Chain Transformation (12-Month Contract)

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Supply Chain Transformation to support the deployment of a major supply chain transformation programme across a global manufacturing network. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in implementing a new operating model, driving process standardisation, and supporting the successful rollout of integrated planning systems across multiple manufacturing sites.

Working within a collaborative, cross-functional environment, you will coordinate deployment activities, manage project plans, engage with stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate deployment activities across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and action trackers.
• Drive project execution, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, IT, PMO, and Business stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings, monitor progress, and ensure actions are completed on time.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation plans.
• Prepare and communicate regular project status updates to key stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Support the deployment of new business processes, systems, and master data across multiple sites.
• Monitor project performance, financials, and key delivery metrics.
• Ensure adherence to project governance, PMO standards, and project management methodologies.
• Support organisational change management activities to facilitate successful adoption of new ways of working.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, deployment efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management standards and best practices.

About You

You are an organised and proactive project management professional with experience delivering complex cross-functional projects in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations environments. You thrive in fast-paced transformation programmes, can effectively manage multiple priorities, and are confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years' experience in Project Management, Programme Management, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience delivering complex cross-functional projects within manufacturing, supply chain, operations, systems implementation, or business transformation environments.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present project updates, risks, and recommendations clearly.
• Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies, budgets, and timelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Financial awareness with the ability to monitor project performance against budget and objectives.
• Willingness to travel across European manufacturing sites (approximately 15–20%).

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting supply chain transformation or operating model deployment programmes.
• Exposure to ERP or systems implementation projects.
• Experience working across multiple manufacturing sites or within global organisations.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.

For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at oclancy@sterlingengineeringeu.com By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose.