Project Manager

This job is open to internal candidates in the Iveco Group only.

Primary function:

The role of a Program Manager is multifaceted and involves overseeing and coordinating multiple related projects to achieve a common organizational objective. The program manager will be the referent for new engine developments PG/IPU/Sprinkler application.

In particular for this role the PM will be responsible for:

• Manage PG program execution achieving performance targets (cost, time, quality, margin) and fulfilling market needs and requirements for EMEA dealer and APAC market on whole PG line up.
• Evaluate different solution to improve marginality and quality (Business Model, footprint) working with Value Manager
• Contribute to all platforms activities (e.g. CAR preparation, platform profitability management, Product development)

Essential responsibilities:

• Is in charge of developing the New Programs, (achieving time, cost and quality targets)
• Is responsible for applying and driving the application of the company official development process (FDP)
• Is also in charge to manage the Current Production products, leading the continuous improvement with the goal of achieving gross margin increase, cost reduction and quality improvement targets
• Has the responsibility to evaluate technical feasibility, cost and timing of potential new programs; namely but not only, in case of Customer Product Requests
• Reports of Work in Progress and Risk Management issues to different level of management reviews
• Prepare the Capital Appropriation Requests for spending approval of the Projects
• Lead/Coordinate the cross-functional product team (including Marketing, Market segment, Customer Management) ensuring the achievement of program targets (revenues, cost, time quality, margin, …)
• Contribute to the new business introduction process through the MR0 assessment supporting platform managers in the development of CARs
• Support platform profitability management, both during development programs and after SOP, ensuring that targets are achieved and taking corrective actions through the Platform cross-functional team
• Manage Product modifications timely vs Customer Expectations

Requirements:

• Technical background – mechanical or management engineering preferred
• At least 1 year of experience in project management execution
• Engine and production processes basic know-how - APQP know how
• Negotiation and team management;
• Very good communication skills, written and spoken.