Summary/Objective:
The International Technology Transfer Project Manager will lead the successful transfer of technology from North America to Norican sites globally. This position demands a strategic thinker with expertise in international project management, collaboration, and cross-border technology deployment. The candidate must possess a strong understanding of both technical and operational challenges involved in transferring technology across countries while ensuring full compliance with legal, regulatory, and cultural requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage international technology transfer projects utilizing the Norican Phase Gate process, ensuring timely and successful execution within scope, budget, and timelines.
- Ensure that projects align with the approved project plan, delivering agreed-upon technology transfer outcomes.
- Provide regular progress updates to the Senior Vice President, maintaining transparency and accountability.
- Identify, report, and manage any risks or deviations from the approved M2 document, escalating issues to the Global Steering Committee as needed.
- Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of end-to-end technology transfers, ensuring that project objectives, budgets, and deadlines are met.
- Collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including global teams, vendors, local authorities, and international partners, to ensure smooth project execution.
- Oversee cross-border logistics, regulatory requirements, and operational activities related to the transfer, including customs, legal approvals, and intellectual property protection.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address cultural, logistical, and technological challenges.
- Work closely with technical and operational teams to align goals, resolve issues, and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including data security, export controls, and international technology-related laws.
- Facilitate knowledge transfer, training, and ongoing support for recipient teams to ensure successful adoption of the technology.
- Maintain thorough project documentation and provide regular reports to senior leadership on progress, risks, and outcomes.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven experience in managing international projects, particularly involving cross-border technology transfer.
- Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate complex multicultural environments.
- Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to international technology transfer.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Strong background in risk management and problem-solving in international contexts.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in technology, engineering, or international operations.
- PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred.
- Proven experience in project management, ideally with a focus on international technology transfer or similarly complex projects.
- Business fluency in both written and spoken English.
- Formal project management training (e.g., Mannaz or equivalent certification).
