Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage the relationship with single client or 2 small clients.
• Ensure the overall success of a program including interfacing with internal/external disciplines including Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Purchasing to execute the GDLS ProLink launch process with 100% data integrity.
• Develop and secure team commitment to a credible program plan that satisfies both customer specifications and IAC’s internal profitability goals.
• Direct, review, and approve product design and changes.
• Proactively manage and report on critical financial metrics, including Product Margin, Launch Costs, Tooling Recovery, and Capital Expenditures.
• Aid in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinate preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts.
• Develop new business and expand product line.
• Ensure adherence to master plans and schedules, develop solutions to program problems, and direct work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments.
• Act as advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations.
• Lead regular change control meetings to manage engineering modifications seamlessly.
• Analyze risks proactively and implement mitigation measures to maintain program control.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of program status documentation for executive reviews, covering milestones, KPIs, and open issues.

Requirements

• BS/BA in relevant field required, MBA/MS preferred.
• Requires 5-8 years of experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, product development, and manufacturing processes.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.