Job Title: Sr. Program Manager – Automotive
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $130,000 – $150,000/year

Overview:
We are seeking a results-driven Sr. Program Manager to lead and execute key automotive initiatives. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, capable of driving RFQ support, VA/VE activities, line transfers, and new business launches through APQP management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Execution: Support RFQs and new business acquisition processes, define program scope, budgets, and schedules, and write/submit investment plans for new program awards.

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead engineering, operations, quality, purchasing, and sales teams to ensure alignment and execution; maintain CFT matrix for ownership continuity.

• Stakeholder Management: Serve as main point of contact for customers and internal leadership; manage expectations and ensure program success.

• Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation and resolution strategies.

• Financial & Budget Oversight: Manage program budgets and cash flow, ensuring all VAVE, CI, validation, and launch activities are completed within financial constraints.

• Performance Monitoring: Track program performance against milestones, budgets, and quality standards; lead phased gate signoffs; maintain documentation in compliance with IATF, ISO, and customer requirements.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance program management processes, tools, and methodologies; manage APQP task logs and documentation.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Leadership: Ability to guide, motivate, and develop teams to achieve commitments.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for diverse audiences, including executives.

• Negotiation & Influence: Ability to negotiate and influence key decisions internally and externally.

• Problem-Solving: Skilled at identifying root causes and leading teams to effective solutions.

• Technical Acumen: Solid understanding of automotive systems, software, or relevant technical matters.

• Project Management Tools: Proficiency with APQP, Microsoft Project, and other planning tools.

• Flexibility: Ability to travel and work flexible hours as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in automotive program management or product development.

• Experience with powertrain components preferred.

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