Direct Connection Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of programs from engineering development and validation, sourcing activities, budget, risk management, operations planning, and commercial launch.
• Cook up technical information to support marketing, sales, and communications.
• Execute value-added, streamlined processes that enable fast market response resulting in profitability by sustaining product inventory levels to support market demand growth.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships among all key internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Motorsports race team(s), Finance, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Quality, to achieve a common goal of product availability and support of performance product market strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline from an accredited institution
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in an automotive OEM or supplier environment
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills; ability to manage cross-functional groups and suppliers
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Proficient in MS-Office/G-Suite tools, including database and program tracking/reporting methods
• Experience tracking business metrics and driving results to defined timelines and project costs
• Proven ability to build partnerships, oversee multiple projects, and lead cross-functional organizations
• Identification and mitigation of commercial & technical risks
• Manage any financial activities associated with the project

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, and ability in multi-tasking to achieve multiple deadlines

Skills

• Demonstrated program management experience
• Industry knowledge of high performance vehicles and racing products
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge of automotive product development, engineering performance, and quality standards
• Knowledge of engineering, manufacturing, or other core project-related functions

Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back