Project Manager (2 Year Fixed Term)

At Nexperia Manchester, we are expanding our team with the addition of 2 Project Managers initially on 2 year fixed term contracts. If the thought of managing multiple projects for a global semiconductor manufacturer producing over 100 billion devices every year excites you, then this could be the role for you. 

Are you a doer? Can you understand commercial realities, make decisions and then communicate them clearly? Are you interested in leading diverse teams and having a real impact on a global business?  If so, please apply now for immediate consideration.

PLEASE NOTE:

• We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for these positions at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future, your application will not be considered
• These roles are located in Stockport on a hybrid basis (3 days per week in the office)

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager and with a clear progression path, this role is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of multi-site, Research, Study and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring that the project delivers the expected outcomes.

Often managing multiple projects simultaneously, you will take ownership of project delivery, defining and maintaining robust project delivery plans that include scope, schedule, resources, dependencies, and associated costs, aligned to the agreed governance standards.  In addition to this, you will manage all changes, risks and issues to ensure delivery within the agreed boundaries of specification, quality, time and cost.  

Demonstrable experience of the following core competencies:

• →Project Planning and Delivery 
• →Cost and Budget Management 
• →Risk and Issue Management 
• →Change Management 
• →Reporting & Communication  
• →Cross Functional Team Management 

We are looking for someone with commercial acumen and a strong delivery mindset, who can influence at all levels, build trusted relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, and clearly communicate complex technical or business topics in a simple, structured way. You are comfortable working to tight deadlines, maintaining focus and momentum while balancing competing priorities. 

• A degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Electronics Engineering, or a relevant discipline 
• A proven track record of successful management and delivery of multiple concurrent high value, high impact projects (with project budgets exceeding $1M) 
• A strong understanding of risk management, change management, resource planning and budget management including CAPEX and product cost control 
• Experience of managing diverse, cross-functional project teams in a matrixed organisation 

• Understanding of Power MOSFET design  
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes and packages 

Stage 1: Recruiter Review 

Stage 2: 30-60‑minute Technical Interview 

Stage 3: 60‑minute Behavioural & Competency Interview 

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.