Automotive Program Manager — Cross-Functional Leader

Flex; Coopersville (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Program Manager based in Walker, MI to lead cross-functional teams in delivering customer-focused products and services while coordinating development and implementation of project strategies. You will manage schedules, budgets and resources to maximize value for the business and its customers.

You will report to the Manager of Program Management and drive program wellness, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery across diverse accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ manufacturing industry experience in program administration/management of Fortune 50 automotive manufacturing programs (or similar).
• Automotive manufacturing experience ideal, or experience from other highly regulated manufacturers, also desirable.
• Demonstrates advanced operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer relationship skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of multiple functional technologies/processes and interdependencies at the site.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan and direct program schedules and budgets.
• In charge of tracking relevant metrics and drive action items based on results.
• Provide help, knowledge and expertise with contract negotiations as required.
• Oversee interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of product development timelines, delivery, quality and business metrics.
• Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of program and arranges for recruitment or assignment of personnel.
• Manage coordination of product life cycle activities with P&L and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Customer relationship management

Project scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Job description

Flex is seeking a Program Manager based in Walker, MI to lead cross-functional teams in delivering customer-focused products and services while coordinating development and implementation of project strategies. You will manage schedules, budgets and resources to maximize value for the business and its customers.

You will report to the Manager of Program Management and drive program wellness, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery across diverse accounts.