Project Management Specialist

Schaeffler • Fort Mill, SC, SC

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About The Position

The Project Management Specialist owns the end-to-end Initial Order Process for series production and sample and prototype launches, ensuring smooth execution and on-time delivery to US customers. The role monitors production and launches, communicates status to stakeholders, coordinates customer quality documentation and shipping paperwork, and supports stock allocation, delivery-note creation, and customer-specific packaging. It also leads Industrial OEM product development projects by defining scope, costs, deliverables, benefits, plans, and schedules and keeping progress on track.

Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering, business, logistics, or a comparable field.
• At least 2 years of previous project management experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with MRP, logistics, material handling, packaging, and shipping.
• Working knowledge of SAP Sales and Distribution (SD).
• Self-directed problem solver able to work effectively with minimal guidance.
• Team-oriented and flexible, with willingness to support a broad range of departmental tasks.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, logistics, or a comparable field.
• Project Management certification.
• At least 5 years of previous project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end Initial Order Process for series production and sample and prototype launches, ensuring smooth execution and on-time delivery to the US customer.
• Monitor production and prototype/sample launches, provide status updates, and keep stakeholders informed.
• Ensure customer quality documentation requirements are met in alignment with Corporate Quality.
• Coordinate paperwork from goods receipt through quality review and creation of customer shipping documents.
• Carry out stock allocation transactions in SAP when needed and support timely delivery-note creation with Customer Service.
• Prepare customer-specific packaging as required for compliant shipments.
• Lead Industrial OEM product development projects by defining scope, costs, deliverables, benefits, plans, and schedules, and keeping progress on track.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) matching contributions up to 6%.
• Skill development workshops and ongoing learning and development programs, including access to Schaeffler Academy.
• Wellness programs and resources supporting physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree