Industrial Project Manager

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The Industrial Project Manager leads plant-level planning transformation, implements Engineer-to-Order (ETO) standard processes, and manages cross-functional projects to improve operational performance, productivity, quality, and sustainability. The role partners with plant leadership and key stakeholders to execute strategic initiatives, champion continuous improvement, and deliver measurable business results. The position is responsible for implementing standard planning processes across end-to-end plant planning, managing transformation projects, coordinating stakeholders, supporting planning teams, and driving the Schneider Performance System (SPS) within the planning function. It establishes planning standards, governance, and performance metrics; monitors operational indicators; mitigates risks; and develops roadmaps for measurable improvement. The role also supports change management and applies digital tools to improve planning visibility, project execution, collaboration, and decision-making. This is a full-time U.S.-based position with an expected annual pay range of USD 101,600–152,400, including base pay and short-term incentives. The position is posted until filled. Schneider Electric describes its workplace as inclusive and offers a Total Rewards package that includes pay, benefits, development opportunities, collaboration, and community support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
5+ years of leadership experience in Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or Project Management.
Proven experience leading transformation, process improvement, or continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, resource management, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
Experience leading change management efforts and driving adoption of new processes and technologies.
Ability to define project objectives and translate business goals into actionable plans.
Strong influencing skills and ability to align cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Customer- and stakeholder-focused mindset with commitment to delivering business results.
Digital literacy and experience using technology and data to improve operational and project performance.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality, compliance, and operational standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in supply chain planning, production planning, inventory management, plant operations, or manufacturing excellence.
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience leading complex cross-functional projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Lead implementation and adoption of Engineer-to-Order (ETO) standard planning processes across the plant's end-to-end planning activities.
Manage industrial transformation and continuous improvement projects, delivering on scope, schedule, budget, and business objectives.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and align stakeholders around project goals that support plant and organizational priorities.
Coach and support planning teams on standard methodologies, best practices, and process excellence.
Drive the Schneider Performance System (SPS) within the planning function by establishing improvement objectives, monitoring progress, and ensuring sustainable results.
Establish planning standards, governance processes, and key performance metrics.
Monitor and improve indicators including service levels, lead times, forecast accuracy, project milestones, and operational performance.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project and operational risks.
Develop and execute transformation roadmaps focused on critical improvements and measurable business impact.
Partner with Planning Managers, Plant Leadership, and Transformation Leaders on change management initiatives and performance gaps.
Leverage digital tools and technologies to improve planning visibility, project execution, collaboration, and decision-making.
Foster continuous improvement, accountability, innovation, and best-practice sharing.