Project Leader – Production Plant (Egypt)

About the role

Yazaki is seeking a Project Leader to drive planning and execution of projects at its production plant in Egypt. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, align customer requirements with internal standards, and ensure successful delivery from trial builds to mass production.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive project plan with work packages, milestones and timelines.
• Consolidate production preparation plans for trial builds and mass‑production activities.
• Build and lead a project team, ensuring collaboration and clear communication of customer requirements.
• Organise weekly cross‑functional meetings and interface with the Business Unit on all project matters.
• Identify stakeholders, manage expectations and maintain structured communication.
• Perform risk identification, mitigation planning and budget management.
• Monitor progress, track deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, lead functional reviews and lesson‑learned cycles.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Production, Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical).
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• 4‑6 years of experience in an industrial/automotive environment.
• Proven leadership in project or change management.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Project Management methodology (PMP or similar).

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a global automotive supplier with a strong focus on innovation.
• Transportation provided to and from the plant.
• Equal employment opportunities and a supportive work environment.