Program Manager - Automotive Products Group

Program Manager – Automotive Products Group

Location:

Plymouth, MI USA

Vacancy Type:
New

Schedule:

Full‑time

Relocation:
Depending on Position

Travel:
Regular domestic and international travel to JE plants and customer sites; may require overseas travel

As a Program Manager, you will lead end‑to‑end execution of complex automotive interior, powertrain, and thermal products from quotation through to serial production. Operating in a multi‑cultural environment, you will bridge the gap between global engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and North American customers to ensure on‑time delivery, exceptional quality, and budget compliance.

• Career Advancement:
  Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Employee Well‑being:
  Focus on employee health and well‑being with various wellness programs and initiatives.
• Sustainability Commitment:
  Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.
• Inclusive Workplace:
  An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
• Technological Leadership:
  Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.

• Program lifecycle ownership:
  Manage the complete product lifecycle from concept, quoting, and program award, through product development, supplier selection, launch, and post‑production.
• Customer interfacing:
  Serve as the primary point of contact for applicable customers, ensuring program deliverables align with their specific expectations, timelines, and technical requirements.
• Cross‑functional leadership:
  Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary teams—including Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Finance, and Plant Operations.
• Budget & schedule management:
  Develop and manage master program timelines, gateways, functional milestones, and budgets, while identifying and mitigating risks.
• Quality & compliance:
  Ensure all program phases adhere to automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949), engineering change management processes, and APQP/PPAP requirements.
• Global collaboration:
  Facilitate smooth communication and alignment between international sites, respecting and navigating multi‑cultural business practices.

• Certifications:
  
  Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar.
• Degree:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Engineering or similar academic major.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Technology adoption:
  Experience leveraging AI tools or predictive analytics for automated scheduling, risk forecasting, or program data synthesis.