Our client is an established Italian industrial group operating worldwide, focused on the development and production of high-precision mechanical components for major global players in the automotive, industrial vehicles and e-mobility markets.The company is looking for a managerial profile able to combine strategic vision, operational rigor and decision-making capability. For this reason, we have been entrusted with the search for a:Industrial Automotive Project Manager –Manufacturing & Footprint OptimizationStrategic roleThe selected candidate will lead complex industrial projects in a multi-country environment, with responsibility for execution and constant collaboration with plants, central functions and international stakeholders.He / she will report directly to the Chief of Manufacturing, and he / she will be responsible for leading complex programs involving the relocation and industrialization of european production lines in different countries worldwide.Main responsibilities- Lead global programs for the relocation of production lines to cost-competitive countries.- Plan and manage complex multi-site projects (time, cost, quality, risks).- Coordinate international cross-functional teams (Operations, Industrial Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR).- Ensure the proper execution of dismantling, transfer, installation and production start-up phases.- Monitor project progress and manage operational issues on site.- Interface with Plant Managers, line suppliers and industrial partners.- Ensure production continuity, compliance with automotive quality standards and global manufacturing footprint strategy.- Prepare reports and updates for management and steering committees.Ideal profileWe are looking for a Project / Program Manager with at least 10 years of experience in the automotive sector, from Tier 1 or Tier 2 companies.A degree in Engineering or technical disciplines is preferred, with direct experience in production line relocation, industrialization and ramp-up in multi-plant and multi-country environments.We would like to meet candidates with strong structured project management skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and automotive quality systems, and the ability to lead execution in matrix environments without direct hierarchical reporting.Given the complexity of the role and its strongly managerial and international nature, fluency in both Italian and English is required (at least C1 level). Knowledge of German is a plus.We are looking for an automotive professional (Tier 1 / Tier 2) ready to step into a global role, with direct responsibility for industrial execution and the transformation of the manufacturing footprint.Location: Brescia, with frequent international travel in Europe and Asia.