Engineering Program Manager (Automotive interiors)
Southfield, MI - USA
Job Summary
General Description:
- Responsible for ensuring the overall success of a program including interfacing with internal/external disciplines including Engineering Finance Quality Manufacturing Sales and Purchasing.
- Coordinate and direct programs making detailed plans to accomplish goals.
- Direct review and approve product design and changes.
- Coordinates and monitors the scheduling pricing and technical performance of company programs.
- Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals plans specifications and financial conditions of contracts.
- Develops new business and expands product line.
- Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules develops solutions to program problems and directs work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments.
- Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Acts as advisor to program team regarding projects tasks and operations.
Education:
- BS/BA required
- MBA/MS preferred
Experience:
- Requires 5-8 years of experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Leadership: Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills are needed to manage a diverse cross-functional team without direct authority.
- Technical knowledge: Strong understanding of engineering principles product development and manufacturing processes particularly in the suppliers specific area of expertise.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are necessary for effectively interfacing with customers internal teams and executive management.
- Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to proactively address issues and develop viable countermeasures.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
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