R, D & I Project & Program Management Sr. Professional

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Location:

Auburn Hills, MI, US

Business Unit:
Automotive Catalysts

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

We all have the right to breathe clean air, and at Umicore, we are a world leader in the production of automotive emission control catalysts. Our technologies enable on-road and non-road applications to meet environmental standards around the world. Our products have prevented billions of tons of harmful gases and particles being released into the atmosphere. To enable our customers to produce even cleaner engines we cannot stand still.

We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

• Executes and/or leads work within Research, Development & Innovation Programs & Projects.
• Focuses on managing projects and programs related to the research and development of new products, processes, and technologies.
• Fosters innovation to enhance the organization’s competitiveness and drive strategic growth.

Key Accountabilities

• Delivers expert work in R, D & I Project & Program Management with high quality and timeliness, applying best practices and standards.
• Executes and manages independently one or more projects in all their aspects (definition, budget, communication, implementation and follow-up) according to program and project excellence standards. Manage the budget for the assigned projects.
• Owns complex tasks in project management, producing accurate outputs and identifying risks or anomalies proactively.
• Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements in methods, tools, or data flows.
• Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
• Mentors less experienced colleagues, reviewing deliverables and elevating team standards.
• May manage relations with external customers in the context of open innovation projects.

Responsible for identifying and understanding technical solutions for current and future customer applications based on changes in legislation and market/customer requirements to ensure Umicore has a timely competitive offering.

Responsible for identifying unique or compelling value in Umicore technologies that may meet customer or legislative needs and effectively presenting such technologies to the customer.

Serves as a leading technical expert in the field, and is responsible for heading customer technical discussions and influencing technical directions of the customer where appropriate.

Responsible for management of technologies in the customer's validation process.

Responsible for coordination of the Umicore AC PIP process for the product until PPAP is signed.

Ensures that the work performed in their area of responsibility meets the requirements of the ISO/TS16949, ISO
14001, QS9000 (VDA6 quality assurance system and promotes the continued application of the TQM process within his/her team.

Responsible for effective communication of customer and competitor information and status within AC.

Develops technical strategies and input for the five-year IBP budget plan for the customers related activities, including AT component and system testing, catalyst development knowhow, and personnel needs.

Responsible for understanding market IP position and long term technical competitiveness (10-15yrs) and assures IP protection is supported via the R&D group.

Responsible for identification and management of testing resources required to deliver technical solutions to the customers.

Responsible for the life cycle of the products:
During gestation until PPAP, during production life until start of service part by adjusting specification to solve recurring problems and support operations and sales managing…