Director, Automotive Programs & Customer Management

Autoliv; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Recognition awards

University discount options

Gender pay equality

Job summary

Autoliv is seeking a proven automotive leader to guide a team of Program Managers responsible for launching and sustaining customer programs with leading global OEMs. This is a people leadership role focused on coaching, customer relationships, and delivering business results across multiple programs.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in automotive program management and 5+ years leading teams, with strong financial and cross-functional leadership skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of automotive program management experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing Program Managers or customer-facing teams.
• Experience leading product development and launches in automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Program Managers.
• Oversee multiple customer programs with timing, cost, quality, financial objectives.
• Build relationships with OEM customers and act as escalation point.
• Drive launch readiness and support manufacturing operations.
• Own program financial performance, profitability, and risk management.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across global regions for alignment and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Financial acumen

Customer management

Cross-functional

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Autoliv is seeking a proven automotive leader to guide a team of Program Managers responsible for launching and sustaining customer programs with leading global OEMs. This is a people leadership role focused on coaching, customer relationships, and delivering business results across multiple programs.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in automotive program management and 5+ years leading teams, with strong financial and cross-functional leadership skills. Travel may be required.