Program Manager II

Position Summary

This is a program leadership role responsible for all aspects of Program Management. It drives APQP and manages the supporting functional teams to deliver flawless launches. All financials, timing management, and product change control are managed through this role. The person reports directly to the Platform Director and is responsible for multiple concurrent program launches.

• Track and manage financials and timing for all programs; report monthly on status.
• Maintain and drive action plans to close open customer and program‑specific issues using standard open issues tracking.
• Follow APQP and standard milestone‑based launch processes and drive the team for use across all programs.
• Lead milestone reviews and senior‑level reporting of program issues and critical requirements that need senior level buy‑off.
• Provide timely feedback to senior management regarding customer concerns, elevating issues in a timely fashion.
• Support sales staff in screening and cost gathering efforts.
• Maintain accurate records of all product/process changes and their impact on cost.
• Create and conduct proposal presentations for both regional and global senior staff.
• Control expenses to meet budget guidelines.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes and ensure they are communicated and implemented within the team.
• Support cross‑functional team development via succession planning and annual review process.
• Ensure all departments coordinate effectively to meet required program timing and cost delivery targets.
• Set examples for the cross‑functional team in areas of personal character, commitment, organizational and selling skills, and work habits.
• Maintain contact with all supporting departments to ensure high levels of program communication and deliverables are met.
• Demonstrate ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees.
• Show willingness to elevate roadblocks to ensure timely resolution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer relationship management, managing customer expectations and ensuring all customer milestones are met.

• Strong background in communicating directly with OE customers.
• Knowledge of customer systems and experience managing customer relationships.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Self‑directed with a high degree of motivation.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time while juggling multiple programs.
• Comprehensive understanding of launch process and critical path management.
• Ability to lead individuals in a matrix organization across all disciplines.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and program management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• 7 years of experience in the related automotive industry, including OEMs and tier suppliers with an understanding of industry dynamics.
• Leadership and management experience leading projects and cross‑functional teams.

• Valid driver’s license and passport.

• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work at a personal computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Some work time spent standing, walking, lifting, and bending.
• Works within an automotive components manufacturing office setting and may be exposed to heat, cold, and fumes/chemicals.

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