Program Manager

International Automotive Components (IAC) Group; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

International Automotive Components (IAC) Group seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee automotive customer programs in Monterrey and related locations. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules, budgets, and ensure alignment with customer expectations.

You will lead program planning, review designs, monitor pricing and technical performance, negotiate contracts, and drive continuous improvement across Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Purchasing.

Formación

• BS/BA required; MBA/MS preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience in program management.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing and supplier environments.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management without direct authority.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee customer programs and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Ensure projects meet time, budget, and customer expectations.
• Interface with Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Purchasing.
• Develop detailed program plans and direct product design reviews.
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate proposals and financial terms.
• Develop new business and expand product lines.
• Maintain master plans and schedules; resolve program issues.
• Provide advisory guidance to the program team.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Technical knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Educación

BS/BA

MBA/MS preferred

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to oversee customer programs, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with customer expectations. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

Position Description:

• Manage the relationship with single client or 2 small clients.
• 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 supplier's 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.

Location: Monterrey, Toluca, Saltillo, Hermosillo