Sr Manager, IT Projects/Site Operations - Florence, SC

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in more than eight-hundred thousand electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S. We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Sr Manager, IT Projects/Site Operations role to support our U.S. Based facilities. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate to gain valuable experience and contribute to a growing company.

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned IT Project Manager with a strong foundation in automotive manufacturing IT systems to helm a large-scale IT project for a new manufacturing facility. In this dual-role, the successful candidate will manage the planning and execution of the IT infrastructure project, working in unison with local and global resources.

Upon the successful launch of the facility (post-go-live), this role will transition to a Sr. Manager, IT Projects/Site Operations position to support our Florence, South Carolina plant in construction. The candidate will oversee the IT operations at the new plant, ensure optimal system performance, maintain IT security standards, and manage the newly established IT team.

Key Responsibilities:

• IT Project Management: Oversee all IT facets of the new manufacturing facility construction, including project planning, risk management, resource allocation, and setting performance standards. Ensure alignment with project objectives, company policies, and customer needs.
• IT Infrastructure and Network Planning: Collaborate with local and global teams to establish an effective IT infrastructure and network. Direct the implementation of hardware and software solutions, troubleshoot any arising issues, and verify system functionality through comprehensive testing.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, stakeholders, and other departments to ensure a smooth project flow. Negotiate contracts, manage product procurement, and ensure deliverables meet the predefined quality standards.
• Team Building: Recruit, train, and manage a competent IT team during the construction process. Foster a collaborative environment and provide guidance to junior team members.
• IT Operations Management (Post-Go-Live): Oversee the new plant's IT operations, including system administration, network operations, and database administration. Manage IT staff, including their training and development.
• IT Security and Compliance: Ensure all IT operations adhere to set IT security standards and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Regularly review systems and identify security vulnerabilities. Plan, manage and execute regional IT project related to manufacturing control systems and integration, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and high quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the manufacturing team, to define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop project plans and schedules, identify risks and provides risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure that project solutions align with business needs.
• Manage project budgets and provide regular status reports on project progress and financials.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path items.
• Manage project scope, change request, and communications across all levels of the organization.
• Ensure that project deliverables are complete on time, within budget and meet quality standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members and stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meeting, including kickoff, status updates and post-project review meetings.
• Identify areas of improvement and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of project management practices.
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