Project Manager, Enterprise Productivity

Rockwell Automation • Milwaukee, WI

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Project Manager to coordinate productivity projects across the enterprise. This role will focus on managing the planning, execution, and reporting of margin improvement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial targets. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management expertise, cross-functional collaboration skills, and a passion for driving operational efficiency. This position plays a pivotal role in transforming fragmented productivity efforts into a unified, high-impact program with executive-level visibility. You will report to the Director, Enterprise Productivity and work a hybrid schedule at our office in either Milwaukee, WI or Mayfield Heights, OH.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Typically requires 5 years or more of related experience.
• 5–10 years of project management experience in industrial manufacturing or similar environments.
• Familiarity with operations, supply chain, procurement, engineering, and finance functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, prioritizing tasks, and influence partners at all levels.
• Experience communicating complex ideas in a clear, structured way—both in writing and verbally—to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
• Proficiency in financial tracking and data analysis using tools like Power BI and Excel.
• Experience driving organizational change and fostering a culture of accountability and improvement.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Governance Help implement a centralized productivity framework, being a necessary contributor to the enterprise's margin improvement strategy.
• Manage governance processes for productivity projects, ensuring clear accountability and execution across departments.
• Project Execution & Lifecycle Management Lead productivity projects from brainstorming through implementation and benefit realization.
• Coordinate with departments to identify, prioritize, and execute margin improvement opportunities.
• Apply standardized project management methodologies and toolkits to ensure delivery and accelerated execution.
• Monitor project risks and roadblocks, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain momentum and timelines.
• Reporting & Financial Tracking Develop and maintain dashboards to track project status, financial impact, and pipeline health across business units.
• Partner with Finance to align on annual operating plan (AOP) targets and validate projected savings and costs.
• Present project updates, financial summaries, and recommendations to executive partners.
• Contribute to the development of a centralized reporting system with integrated data sources and visualization tools.
• Team Collaboration & Capability Building Work with a network of program managers, finance analysts, and continuous improvement experts to support productivity programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Provide training and guidance on project management best practices to enhance execution quality and consistency.

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees