Project Manager (m/f/d) - Product Portfolio Enhancement

About the Company

Responsibilities

• ● Are you interested in using your project management skills to drive growth in an innovative and globally successful manufacturer of industrial marking systems Leibinger stands for quality "Made in Germany", innovative strength, and international success-combined with the culture of a third-generation family-owned company with fast and efficient decision-making processes. As a trusted partner to manufacturing companies across multiple industries, we hold a strong position as a quality leader. Our growth is fueled by a robust business model, a dynamically evolving market, and a forward-looking product strategy. Join us and strengthen our team as: Project Manager (m/f/d) - Product Portfolio Enhancement
• ● Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects focused on enhancing the existing product portfolio, including quality improvements, cost optimization, and technical modifications Manage projects end-to-end, from scope identification to implementation and post-deployment follow-up Ensure projects meet targets in terms of quality, cost efficiency, performance, and time-to-market, with a strong focus on products already in series production Collaborate closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to implement engineering changes and continuous improvement initiatives. Manage risks, dependencies, and trade-offs, ensuring transparency and fact-based decision-making Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and provide structured reporting on project progress, KPIs, and outcomes Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and best practices
• ● Your profile
• ● Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field; alternatively, a qualification as a state-certified technician in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering combined with substantial relevant project experience. Project Management certification (PMI, IPMA, PRINCE2, Agile) is a plus Five+ years of experience in project management in an industrial environment, ideally related to product lifecycle management or portfolio optimization Proven track record in managing improvement projects on existing products (quality, cost reduction, design changes, or industrialization updates) Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, cost structures, and product performance drivers Experience in engineering change management and continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean Six Sigma, is highly desirable. Knowledge of data-driven analysis, root-cause analysis, and process optimization is an advantage; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification, or comparable practical experience, is a plus Knowledge and practical application of AI tools are considered an asset Strong problem-solving skills and structured working methods Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented with a strong business and customer focus Fluent in English; position based in Tuttlingen with occasional travel
• ● A dynamic and impactful role with direct influence on product performance and business success A family-owned company with flat hierarchies, strong values, and international growth A secure environment with strong team spirit and collaborative culture Short decision-making paths enabling fast implementation of ideas An attractive compensation package including performance-based elements and comprehensive benefits
• ● If you have any further questions about the position or our company, our HR officer Jana Bodensohn will be happy to answer them. Have we piqued your interest Please send your complete application documents including your salary expectations and your earliest possible start date by email. We look forward to receiving your application Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG Jana Bodensohn Human Resources Managerin Phone: 07461 9286 0 Daimlerstraße 14 78532 Tuttlingen Germany