IT Project Manager MLM Application Modernization

Stellantis

United States

United States

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The IT Project Manager for Manufacturing & Logistics (MLM) Application Modernization is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple technology modernization initiatives across the enterprises manufacturing locations. This role oversees the full lifecycle transformation of 27 legacy MLM applications from a mainframe environment to modern, cloud?based, web?driven platforms. The position partners closely with manufacturing leadership, business stakeholders, ICT teams, and external vendors to ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with operational requirements. The IT Project Manager ensures that modernization efforts support manufacturing continuity, improve system reliability, and enable long-term scalability. Will need to work at plants at times. Key Responsibilities: Project Leadership & Delivery: Lead end?to?end project management for the modernization and migration of the MLM application suite, including scope definition, timeline planning, risk management, and delivery execution. Oversee project plans, milestones, budgets, resource allocation, and vendor deliverables to ensure successful deployment of cloud?based solutions. Coordinate requirements gathering, documentation, and validation with business users and ICT teams. Develop and manage project governance frameworks, including steering committees, status reporting, and change control processes.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Serve as the primary liaison between business partners, project teams, ICT leadership, and external vendors. Translate business needs into actionable project plans and ensure alignment across all teams. Manage vendor teams responsible for development, integration, testing, and implementation, ensuring adherence to quality and timelines. Facilitate communication between manufacturing sites and central ICT groups to ensure seamless adoption of new systems.
Execution of Modernization Programs: Oversee the phased migration of 27 legacy mainframe applications to cloud and web-based platforms, ensuring zero or minimal disruption to operations. Coordinate integration planning across systems such as Kanban, Controlled Storage, Stock Status, Assembly Shipping, and Receiving. Support application testing, validation, cutover planning, and go?live readiness activities. Ensure all system changes follow enterprise change management, incident management, and release methodologies.
Operational Support & Continuous Improvement: Partner with SMEs and technical teams to understand current processes and identify opportunities for optimization through modernization. Ensure documentation, training, and support materials are created for manufacturing teams. Continuously monitor project performance, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
Skills / Behaviors: Self?directed with strong organizational and prioritization skills. Confident decision?maker able to manage large, cross?functional initiatives. Strong communication skills with an emphasis on transparency and collaboration. Skilled at balancing competing priorities from business and ICT leadership. Builds strong relationships across all organizational levels. Demonstrates accountability and operational discipline.
Skills / Competencies: Strong understanding of manufacturing ICT environments and MLM?related applications. Experience leading large-scale modernization or legacy system replacement projects. Familiarity with cloud migration concepts, web-based application delivery, APIs, and enterprise integrations. Working knowledge of manufacturing plant systems such as machine monitoring, component tracking, and quality/performance systems. Experience coordinating with Manufacturing Engineering on system rollouts and production launches. Proven ability to lead cross-functional project teams and manage vendor delivery.
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, youll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. Thats why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th
through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you dont contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, youre not just building a career - youre joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

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