Automation Project Manager

Contract: Permanent/Full time

Compensation:

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

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Your role
We are looking for a Project Management & PMO professional who will drive the GEARS team in managing different activities, ensuring successful, on-time project delivery across plants by coordinating execution and stakeholders, while strengthening PMO tools and processes to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Manage relationships with plant and manufacturing managers, ensuring alignment on project goals and priorities

Lead project delivery end-to-end (planning through closure), coordinating local execution and resolving or escalating issues as needed

Build and maintain project schedules (Gantt charts) and manage the Open Issues List to track risks and blockers

Lead and participate in Stand-Up and Project Review Meetings, including drafting and distributing Minutes of Meeting

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth workflows and information flow across teams

Oversee procurement and material kitting phases, and manage project closure activities including lessons learned and documentation

Mentor and coach Senior Project Managers on project management best practices

Maintain and continuously improve the PMO GEARS KPI dashboard and its underlying Excel database

Conduct data analysis to identify trends, root causes and improvement opportunities

Develop new standard tools for the Global PMO Toolkit and propose process improvements to project management workflows

Requirements

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, or a related field

Deep knowledge of project management principles and methodologies

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into decisions

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, macros, data visualization), with proven experience building reports and dashboards

Familiarity with project and program economics (e.g., Payback Period, ROI)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse teams

Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail

Ability to work autonomously as well as within cross-functional teams

Adaptability and flexibility to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Background in automation or machine development is a plus

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We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.