Director of QE & PM – RPM

KraussMaffei•Florence, KY

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of QE & PM – RPM is responsible for leading the Quotation Engineering and Project Management teams in Florence and Brighton. This role ensures the accurate evaluation, pricing, and successful execution of all new machine projects for Reactive Processing (RPM), delivering maximum value to both the customer and the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business discipline
Minimum of 6 years of experience in quoting, estimating and configuring capital proposals
Prior leadership experience in an international organization
Experience working cross-functionally (Finance, Sales, Engineering) and accomplishing sales objectives while managing multiple projects and competing priorities
Strong communication, strategic and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

MBA or similar advanced degree
Prior experience with machinery and equipment manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of Quotation Engineers and Project Managers supporting Krauss Maffei’s RPM & tooling technologies.
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, and Finance to deliver accurate, competitive, and on-time proposals.
Direct all quotation and proposal activities for capital equipment projects, ensuring a smooth transition from quotation through clean handoff to Project Management.
Work cross-functionally with KMT, Viersen, and KMI, to drive process improvements and optimize communication, ensuring accurate and timely quotations.
Oversee all new equipment project management activities from project kickoff through customer acceptance and handoff to DSS for warranty support.
Ensure projects are executed in alignment with defined scope, budget, and schedule through regular performance reviews and data-driven oversight.
Lead structured project reviews to proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns when necessary.
Establish and refine structured pre-installation and post-mortem review processes to improve site preparedness, capture lessons learned, and drive continuous operational improvement.
Establish clear communication expectations and accountability across departments to ensure seamless coordination with the DSS team during onsite installations
Balance team workloads to optimize performance and responsiveness across quotation and project management functions.
Ensure complete, accurate order-to-invoice documentation and timely order confirmations to customers.
Review and approve quotation worksheets prior to customer presentation.
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop departmental staff.
Establish and refine processes aligned with departmental and organizational goals.
Develop and monitor KPIs to measure effectiveness, drive accountability, and improve performance.
Implement standardized documentation, timelines, and checklists.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.