Program Manager

About the Role

Lead and manage Simultaneous Product and Process Development (SPPD) teams to ensure successful new product launches by establishing goals and objectives for each functional group and monitoring performance. Manage Current Products (CP) teams to implement internal and customer-driven product changes.

Develop and manage project timing, capital requests (CERs), capital budgets, and product objectives (cost, weight, performance, etc.). Oversee programs/projects from the study phase through the evaluation phase of the SOP4.4K process, ensuring adherence to project schedules and proper submission of SOP4.4K deliverables.

• Develop and update program metrics using standardized reporting tools.
• Provide periodic updates to the SPPD Executive Committee.
• Develop QOS metrics for programs, projects, and team performance, and provide regular updates.
• Communicate regularly with engineering, sales, marketing, and supply chain management regarding project goals, issues, and accomplishments.
• Lead customer program launch meetings once the program is accepted and resourced.
• Coordinate communication between divisions, joint ventures, engineering groups, and customers.
• Interface frequently with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure return on investment strategies are maximized.
• Align manufacturing strategies with program objectives.
• Develop and execute program launch plans to cover every part of the bill of material.
• Facilitate cost model development for customer proposals based on expectations, optimized sellable PN strategy, and freight considerations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in program management, engineering, or business (required).
• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering, marketing, or business, with at least 5 years in project management within an industrial business environment (preferably commercial vehicle industry).
• Accounting and financial planning skills (desired).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint), MRP (QAD) systems, and PLM software (Teamcenter).
• Flexibility to travel overnight as required.

Pay

Salary range for this position is $100,000–$160,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, travel, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401K plans and a pension plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Financial assistance for adoption or further education.
• Comprehensive wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program for health and wellness support.