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DESCRIPTION

The Project Manager – Automation leads and delivers automation projects of varying complexity across business functions. This role is responsible for driving successful outcomes by aligning stakeholders, coordinating delivery teams, managing risks, and maintaining project documentation. The role requires strong project management skills, a structured approach to communication, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution across all project stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution

• Lead project kickoff meetings, develop project plans, and maintain consistent communication through implementation.

• Facilitate discovery sessions and ensure Discovery SharePoint is regularly updated.

• Manage and update project releases in Jira.

• Stakeholder Communication

• Oversee and circulate bi-weekly delivery updates and website content.

• Compare ongoing progress against original project timelines and escalate risks to stakeholders.

• Develop and share structured meeting packs aligned with Cummins’ standards.

• Team Leadership and Support

• Supervise daily team activities, assign tasks, and conduct weekly one-on-one check-ins.

• Guide and coach team members through project phases and troubleshoot deviations in delivery cycles.

• Coordination and Reporting

• Maintain structured meeting calendars and circulate notes and action items.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and time management.

• Manage UAT (User Acceptance Testing) processes including kickoff meetings, test script preparation, and stakeholder briefings.

• Risk and Issue Management

• Proactively identify, track, and manage project risks using Jira.

• Ensure alignment across functional and business teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Standardization and Process Improvements

• Standardize the introduction of product demos for stakeholders and end-users.

• Conduct lessons learned sessions and share insights with other project teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Skills and Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in project management, preferably in automation or IT/digital transformation environments.

• Strong command of project planning tools (Jira, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, etc.).

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

• Experienced in risk management, project scope and schedule management.

• Familiarity with UAT coordination and product demo preparation.

Key Competencies

• Project Issue and Risk Management – Proactively manage and escalate project risks and issues.

• Project Resource and Scope Management – Allocate and manage resources effectively to deliver defined scope.

• Project Schedule Management – Drive project completion within defined timelines.

• Business Insight & Financial Acumen – Make informed decisions aligned with business goals.

• Customer Focus – Deliver customer-centric solutions with high stakeholder engagement.

• Communication & Collaboration – Communicate clearly across teams and levels.

• Manages Complexity & Conflict – Solve problems with structured and balanced approaches.

• Values Differences – Embrace and leverage diversity in thought and culture.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• College, university, or equivalent degree required.

• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2) preferred.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Job Supply Chain Planning

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2415861

Relocation Package No