Job Title: Sr. Program Manager Automotive
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $130000 $150000/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:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering Business or related field.
5 years of experience in automotive program management or product development.
Experience with powertrain components preferred.
Linked LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.Required Experience:
Manager
Job Title: Sr. Program Manager AutomotiveType: Full-TimeSalary: $130000 $150000/yearOverview: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 drivi...
Job Title: Sr. Program Manager Automotive
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $130000 $150000/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:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering Business or related field.
5 years of experience in automotive program management or product development.
Experience with powertrain components preferred.
Linked LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.Required Experience:
Manager
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