NPI Project Manager

At Barco Immersive Experience (IX), we shape immersive experiences together by embracing the creative power of technology. With a heart for technology and a spirit for creativity we break through the limits of what’s possible. We enable what has never been done before to immerse our audiences in experiences they will never forget.

The markets our immersive experience technologies are used in range from live events, over theme parks and museums to flight simulators.

The IX Business Unit is looking for an NPI Project Manager, who is driven by a desire to lead, be challenged, and grow. We are looking for skills in questioning the norm, thinking out- of-the box, and delivering.

As the NPI Project Manager, you have the end-to-end project management accountability, from the business case approval to the release for mass production. You successfully manage your projects within the agreed specifications, schedule, product cost and budget. As the primary interface between all involved stakeholders, you organize all project communication and coordination.

In this position you will report to the NPI Lead of the business unit.

An NPI Manager has an  impactful role , by providing leadership in a decisive, pro-active and goal-oriented way.

Key responsibilities

• You manage the project schedule , making sure that each phase of the projects starts and ends on schedule during the entire project phase
• You manage the project budget, including development effort, project expenses and capital expenditure, within the set target
• You follow-up on product cost within set targets
• You manage product specifications, its reproducibility and product quality
• You drive your project team and key stakeholders : product management, R&D, product validation, procurement, operations, supply chain, quality and service
• Your follow up on the project status and communicate status and KPI's to all relevant stakeholders
• You prepare and lead the stage gates for your project
• You initiate corrective actions and ensure proper escalation when needed
• You continuously manage project scope and project risks
• You are responsible for critical decision-making related to your projects.
• Occasional travel to your project related sites is desired.

Qualifications

• You hold a higher degree in Engineering or Business
• Minimum 2 years of Project Management Experience delivering excellence, ideally in demanding technical environments   
• You have good analytical skills, are well-organized and like to take initiative
• You have excellent problem-solving skills
• You have good communication and presentation skills (written and spoken in English)
• You are open to travel occasionally
• What we value
• Can do mentality!
• Proven negotiation skills
• Excellent cross functional – cross cultural teaming abilities

We offer 

• In this role you will be key for the success of launching our products on time to the market . You will have good exposure to the IX leadership teams as well as learning and development opportunities.
• You will work in an open and international culture in a state-of-the-art environment that breathes innovation. A good work-life-balance is important and our hybrid working culture in place supports this. In this stimulating, fast-growing and challenging environment, we offer you a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• In Barco, we are offering a collaborative environment where we welcome differences and embrace everyone’s uniqueness. It is the only way to achieve our mission to enable bright outcomes. We are committed to building a culture where everyone - regardless of their background, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability - can work, grow and thrive.