Program Manager

Confidential Careers; Monterrey; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Confidential Careers in Monterrey, Mexico seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee customer programs, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and alignment with customer expectations.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment. A BS/BA is required, MBA/MS preferred, with 5–8 years of related experience.

Formación

• BS/BA is required for the role.
• MBA or MS preferred to support advanced program management.
• 5–8 years of experience in program management in manufacturing.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the relationship with a single client or two small clients.
• Interface with Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales and Purchasing.
• Coordinate and direct programs with detailed plans to meet goals.
• Direct, review, and approve product design and changes.
• Monitor scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of programs.
• Assist in contracts negotiation and proposal preparations.
• Develop new business and expand product lines.
• Ensure adherence to master plans and on-time, on-budget delivery.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional coordination

Program management

Eng/Manufacturing knowledge

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.