Program Manager

Sensata Technologies; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company located in Newtownabbey is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects. In this role, you'll lead project activities, ensure effective communication between stakeholders, and aim for timely completion of all tasks. You should have at least 3 years of experience in project management and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The company offers competitive salary and benefits as well as opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years' experience in Project and/or Programme Management.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple project activities to ensure timely completion within scope and budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and deliverables.
• Assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
• Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status.

Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Communication

Time Management

Education

University degree (Bachelor's or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Alongside world leading-leading HVOR customers, Sensata is creating products that improve the performance, reliability, and cost of battery electric systems - and the next generation of trucks, buses, and stationary storage systems that use them.

The Program Manager is responsible for the development and execution of a portfolio of projects and programs for the organization. You will be responsible for ensuring that every aspect of the program is completed on time and within budget and also act as a liaison between the individuals working on the program and key stakeholders.

General Responsibilities

• Leads multiple project activities throughout project lifecycles to ensure completion within the defined scope, quality, time and cost constraints
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiative
• Develop and control deadlines, budgets and activities
• Apply change, risk and resource management
• Resolve projects’ higher scope issues
• Assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction and team member performance
• Implement and manage changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved
• Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services
• Producing accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle
• Analyzing program risk

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Essential Criteria

• At least 3+ years' experience in Project and/or Programme Management

Desirable Criteria

• have a background in an Automotive or fast paced technology development environment (Electric vehicle experience is preferable)
• have prior knowledge of Cyber Security and Functional Safety requirements for the Automotive industry

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Sensata Technologies is committed to the provision of training, development, and promotion opportunities.

Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.

Smarter Together

• Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
• Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
• As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together

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