Automotive Program Lead: End-to-End Launch & Delivery

Freudenberg Group; Farmington Hills (MI); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Freudenberg Group in Farmington Hills, MI, is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead automotive programs from award through launch and serial production, aligning with customer requirements and business objectives.

You will drive APQP-based planning, monitor KPIs, manage budgets, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time delivery, quality, and financial targets in a global, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (engineering, business, supply chain or related field) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, Product Development, Business Development or related automotive manufacturing environment.
• Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, product launch processes, and automotive quality standards.
• Experience managing program schedules, budgets, KPIs, risk mitigation, and customer-facing communications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global automotive environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsabilités

• Lead assigned automotive programs from award through launch and serial production.
• Manage all program activities in accordance with Vibracoustic APQP standards, ensuring milestone quality and on-time delivery.
• Develop, maintain, and drive program timing plans to meet deadlines and launch targets.
• Monitor program performance through KPI tracking, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Launch Management.
• Support commercial objectives through project cost tracking, budget management, and cost calculations for new opportunities.
• Drive launch readiness across regional and global teams for successful product industrialization.
• Identify and mitigate program risks while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders and customers.
• Ensure all program deliverables meet customer expectations, quality requirements, and financial targets.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field

Description du poste

Freudenberg Group in Farmington Hills, MI, is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead automotive programs from award through launch and serial production, aligning with customer requirements and business objectives.

You will drive APQP-based planning, monitor KPIs, manage budgets, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time delivery, quality, and financial targets in a global, fast-paced environment.