Program Manager
Job in
Holland, Ottawa County, Michigan, 49423, USA
Listed on 2026-09-29
Listing for:
Recruiters' Network Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-29
Job specializations:
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Management
Operations Management, Project & Program Management, Change Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Must Have Automotive Program Management Experience*
Leads cross-functional teams to successfully deliver programs by meeting customer Statement of Work (SOW), timing, cost, and quality requirements. Manages projects in a matrix environment using structured processes and standard project management tools.
Key Responsibilities Project Initiation & Planning- Assess project feasibility with stakeholders using historical data and risk analysis
- Define project scope, deliverables, risks, and assumptions
- Build and baseline project schedules with cross‑functional alignment and leadership approval
- Lead project kick‑off and establish stakeholder communication plans
- Manage cross‑functional teams and allocate resources to meet project goals
- Execute project plans, ensuring alignment with quality and safety standards
- Implement change management and risk mitigation strategies
- Drive team performance through leadership, coaching, and collaboration
- Track project performance against timeline, budget, and KPIs
- Manage scope, schedule, and cost changes using formal processes
- Identify variances, implement corrective actions, and communicate status to stakeholders
- Ensure on‑time delivery through coordination with procurement and manufacturing
- Capture and apply lessons learned for continuous improvement
- Ensure all deliverables and launch requirements are completed
- Obtain final stakeholder acceptance of project outcomes
- Conduct lessons learned reviews and archive project documentation
- Transition program ownership to manufacturing/operations teams
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical field
- 4–9 years of program/project management experience
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Financial acumen and budgeting oversight
- Experience with new product launches and gated development processes
- Customer and supplier relationship management
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment
- Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
- Effective communicator with stakeholders at all levels
- Self‑driven with ability to manage ambiguity
- High ethical standards and commitment to safety
- Skilled in stakeholder alignment and consensus building
- Hands‑on involvement in manufacturing and launch activities
- Ability to work on production floor and at customer locations
- Capable of lifting up to 35 lbs
- PMP (Project Management Professional) – completed or in progress
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