Program Management & Product Line Strategy Director

Faurecia; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Training programs

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

FORVIA is seeking a seasoned Program Management & Product Strategy Director to oversee the lifecycle of product development and program execution across multiple regions. The role emphasizes leadership in cross-functional coordination, program management, and delivering products that meet customer needs and strategy.

You will drive strategic roadmaps, ensure alignment with business objectives, manage risks, and collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Sales to deliver innovative platform solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years in program management, product development, or related role in electronics or automotive.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex programs on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, planning, and execution of product and program strategies from concept to market launch.
• Ensure product development aligns with strategic objectives and customer requirements.
• Drive program execution, ensuring timelines, budgets, and performance targets are met.
• Oversee creation and management of product roadmaps with R&D, Marketing, and Sales.
• Lead benchmarking and competitive analysis to maintain market relevance.
• Deliver platform solutions and product innovations across regions; manage risks and mitigation.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Product strategy

Risk management

Financial acumen

Customer relationship

Acquisition process

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

The Program Management & Product Strategy Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the lifecycle of product development and program execution. This includes ensuring alignment with customer needs, market demands, and company strategy to drive business growth. The role involves leadership in cross-functional team coordination, program management, and product delivery while maintaining strong customer and partner relationships.

The main missions of the role are:

• Lead the development, planning, and execution of product and program strategies from concept to market launch.
• Ensure that product development aligns with the company’s strategic objectives and meets customer requirements.
• Drive the execution of programs, ensuring timelines, budgets, and performance targets are met.
• Oversee the creation and management of product roadmaps in collaboration with R&D, Marketing, and Sales teams.
• Lead the product benchmarking and competitive analysis efforts to maintain market relevance.
• Ensure the successful delivery of platform solutions and product innovations across multiple regions.
• Manage risk assessment and mitigation strategies for programs and products.
• Establish best practices and processes for efficient program execution and product development.
• Monitor market trends and customer feedback to anticipate future product needs and improvements.

Internal & External Relations:

• Internal: Reports directly to the Vice President Americas and collaborates with key internal teams including R&D, Sales, Marketing, and Operations. Facilitates communication between global BG and regional teams, ensuring alignment and cross-functional collaboration.
• External: Represents the company to customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Maintains strong relationships with key customer contacts in engineering, purchasing, and program management. Works closely with external suppliers and partners to ensure product and program requirements are met.

Others:

• Other duties or projects as required.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Conduct and Code of Management.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Minimum education level:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, product development, or a related role within the electronics or automotive industry. Strong experience in customer relationship management and acquisition process management.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex programs on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute product strategies that align with business objectives.
• Expertise in risk management, financial acumen, and process improvement.
• Strong understanding of acquisition process management, product development, and customer relationship management.
• Excellent financial, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strategic Mindset, Drive results, collaborate with others and leading diverse teams.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com