Program and Acquisition Intern

New trends and expectations are reshaping the automotive industry. Inspired by the exciting new challenges associated with this revolution, FORVIA anticipates the future of mobility developing cutting-edge solutions for smart life on board and sustainable mobility. If you’re willing to contribute and create value for tomorrow’s cleaner and smarter mobility, FORVIA is the place to be.

FORVIA is looking for a year-round Programs and Acquisitions Intern for its headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The Programs and Acquisitions Intern will assist the FAS NAO VP Programs to successfully manage KPIs for new program(s) in development and order intake for acquisitions, this role assists in following the appropriate management system(s), which help ensure program milestones are met, monitor the budget and programs in acquisition.

The Programs and Acquisitions intern will assist the FAS NAO VP Programs to successfully manage KPIs for new program(s) in development and order intake for acquisitions, this role assists in following the appropriate management system(s), which help ensure program milestones are met, monitor the budget and programs in acquisition.

• Monitor critical KPIs for the division in order intake, dashboard and development programs
• Interact with Core Team members and other functions to support program goals.
• Build the project plan in order to track important milestones and budget information
• Support tracking the programs activities, set up and follow program master schedule, inform about deviations and propose action plans
• Support Program Manager(s) in the following areas:
• Maintenance of all KPIs
• Support with reporting at a group level
• Gain knowledge of Risk/opportunity analyses by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate action plans
• Support Acquisition Program Managers
• Manage program documentation
• Contribute to meeting preparation with clients on the economic, timing and technical fields
• Understand business systems and assists in applying them to the program(s)
• Liaise necessary samples and prototypes to secure product validation (between plant, engineering, purchasing, prototype team)
• Coordinate and secure purchase orders for pre-series material availability in time and keep correct levels of inventory
• Track D&D cost and revenues including, Engineering changes for a quick turnaround assessment and quote to customers (ensure CRs are prioritized by the team and no more than 15+ days in the system)
• Propose continuous improvement ideas in business efficiency and cost reduction
• Capitalizes on knowledge and shares best practices / lessons learned across organization and within the site
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and adherence to:

• Faurecia Group Code of Ethics
• Faurecia Group Code of Management
• Faurecia Group Environmental Policy
• Faurecia Group Quality Policy
• All other duties as assigned by the company

• Proficiency in office computer software programs (Microsoft project preferred)
• International mind set
• Strong relationship skills (tenacity, tact and diplomacy)
• Sense of urgency and manage escalation process
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business or higher
• Prior project-oriented experience
• Minimum 2.8 GPA

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than…