PLM Project Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced PLM Project Manager to lead the end-to-end planning and execution of a large-scale data migration from FlexPLM to a homegrown PLM application. This role will be responsible for driving project governance, ensuring data integrity, and managing cross-functional collaboration to enable a seamless transition with minimal business disruption.

Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of the PLM migration program.

• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.

• Establish and drive project governance, reporting cadences, and escalation mechanisms.

• Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure successful delivery. Data Migration & System Transition

• Oversee migration of product data including BOMs, materials, specifications, and workflows from FlexPLM to the new system.

• Define and implement data migration approach including data mapping, transformation, and validation. • Ensure data quality, integrity, reconciliation, and auditability throughout the migration lifecycle. Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders including Design, Sourcing, Merchandising, and IT teams.

• Align priorities across leadership, business users, and technical teams.

• Provide regular updates and ensure transparency on progress, risks, and dependencies. Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and proactively manage risks related to data loss, business disruption, and system dependencies.

• Develop mitigation and contingency plans, including rollback strategies.

• Resolve issues efficiently to minimize impact on timelines and deliverables. Change Management & User Adoption

• Drive comprehensive change management initiatives including communication planning and stakeholder engagement.

• Lead user training programs and support transition to the new PLM system.

• Ensure business readiness and adoption post-migration. Cutover & Go-Live Management

• Define and execute cutover strategy (phased or big-bang approach).

• Plan and manage system shutdown activities, including: o Data freeze o Final reconciliation o Access revocation

• Ensure smooth go-live and post-implementation stabilization. Required Skills & Experience

• 8–12+ years of experience in project/program management.