Senior Project Leader

Work location: Zurich, Switzerland Workload: 100 % permanent job position Our client (already having production side in CH) is building the world’s most advanced SMART Factory based in Switzerland. This Smart Factory is a Greenfield project (currently ongoing completion of the phase B1). Overall Mission Full responsibility for planning, realization, and ramp-up of the Smart Factory intralogistics (this includes warehousing and production) Ensure an end-to-end material flow solution from goods receipt to goods issue. Develop an integrated, automated, and software-driven “Zero Touch Logistics ” solution with measurable service levels. Take end-to-end ownership of planning, deploying, and scaling advanced intralogistics systems such as AGVs, AS / RS, shuttle system, and robotic workstations. Ensure full interoperability with production systems and enterprise platforms (ERP, MES, PLC). Evaluate emerging technologies and continuously enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability. Key Responsibilities Load Carriers & Packaging Materials Define small load carriers (KLT), large load carriers (GLT), pallets, and trays, including labeling (ID, barcode, RFID). Develop standardization concepts in cooperation with Procurement and suppliers (packaging guidelines, ASN / EDI capability). Integrate load carrier concepts into warehouse and transport processes (physical and digital). System & Software Architecture Define architecture boundaries and data flows between ERP / EWM ↔ WCS / MFS ↔ PLC / OT . Design message structures, traceability concepts, monitoring solutions, and GUI requirements. Align IT strategy early (e.g., Black-Box WCS vs. EWM Execution Layer). Ensure cybersecurity, data integrity, and OT / IT convergence. Concept Development & Technologies Derive and evaluate technological concept options (A / B / C), including : AMR / AGV, AS / RS, goods-to-person, robotics, conveyor systems. Create layout sketches, performance models, and safety concepts. Specification & Implementation Prepare detailed specifications (hardware, software, processes). Manage implementation including emulation / simulation, site coordination, integration, and data migration. Monitor interface compliance and system performance. Testing, Go-Live & Ramp-Up Plan and execute test phases (FAT → SAT → UAT → operational tests). Ensure operational readiness for ORAT handover. Execute cut-over, hypercare, and performance acceptance. Establish the operational organization (L1–L3), including spare parts and maintenance. Define a continuous improvement roadmap (CI) for stable operations. Requirements Management & Service Design Create and maintain : Service catalogs (including logistics services, frequencies, interfaces) Line-feeding SLAs (production supply, returns, empties, emergency supply) Process maps and end-to-end material flow models Decision and assumption logs to document all conceptual foundations Ensure traceability from requirements → design → testing → acceptance. Collaborate closely with IT, Engineering, and Production to guarantee technical and process consistency. Your profile Education background in Logistics Automation, Production Logistics, Intralogistic Engineering, Intralogistics / Factory Planning, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. You bring 7+ years of experience in intralogistics planning, logistics automation, or smart factory intralogistics projects – ideally with end-to-end responsibility from concept to go-live. You have a proven track record in designing and implementing large-scale logistics automation systems and smart material flow solutions. You are well-versed in ERP / EWM systems, WCS / MFS architectures, a nd the principles of industrial automation and digitalization. Nice to have : Proven track record in implementing and scaling AMRs, AS / RS, or robotic systems You think in systems, act pragmatically, and are passionate about optimizing processes and data-driven decision-making. You communicate with ease across disciplines, manage stakeholders confidently, and inspire teams and partners alike. You are fluent in English and fluent in German #LI-SC1 Be part of our Smart Factory journey - APPLY TODAY and transform intralogistics into the future of innovation #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr