Program Manager

Gotion Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle technology company seeks a skilled Program Manager to oversee program operations and customer relationships. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and conflict management skills, with 4-7 years of relevant industry experience and a Master's degree. The role offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $200,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–7 years of relevant experience in vehicle assembly or product development.
• Minimum 3–5 years of project management experience.
• Strong financial knowledge including business plan development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage customer relationships as Gotion Global Product representative.
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage program financials.
• Monitor program progress and ensure adherence to plans.

Skills

Fluency in English and Mandarin

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Conflict management skills

Planning and organizing abilities

Results orientation

Education

Master's degree in engineering or program management

Job description

Overview

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, with a manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) to accelerate electrified transportation and sustainable development. We are driven by a global green energy mission and seek individuals who share in building a challenging and rewarding working environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships and manage ongoing negotiations with the customer as the official Gotion Global Product representative.
• Prepare and submit the RFQ to Management if relevant.
• Liaise with the Program Controller, build the initial Business Plan, define the Program investment scheme, and release investments in compliance with controlling procedures; take economical responsibility for all deviations from initial requirements.
• Launch and monitor the Program: track progress by updating the Business Plan, Program Dashboard, and Budget Reports; lead reviews of program steps and results.
• Conduct risk/opportunity analysis and develop and implement appropriate action plans.
• Arbitrate conflicts with the customer on financial and/or technical issues.
• Staff, manage, and coordinate a cross-functional program team (Sales, Controlling, Purchasing, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, Design, Product & Process engineering), and define team members' objectives and assignments.
• Create a program management culture by ensuring processes defined in the Gotion Global Product Program Management System (PMS) are applied at all steps, and by developing synergies between all actors involved in the program.
• Organize communications throughout the program lifecycle.
• Ensure program handover from Development Center to Production Plant.
• Organize key program information to ensure program continuity and contribute to knowledge management.

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Mandarin
• Master's degree, ideally in engineering or program management
• Minimum 4–7 years of relevant experience in environments such as vehicle assembly, vehicle product development, Tier1 suppliers, energy storage system providers, or similar industrial settings
• Minimum 3–5 years of project experience
• Results orientation with strong communication and negotiation skills
• Conflict management skills and ability to prevent and resolve conflicts
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization
• Good knowledge of PM processes, standards, tools, and methods
• Ability to establish, develop, lead, and unite a team
• Strong financial knowledge, including building and tracking a business plan
• Problem solving, strategic thinking, and analytical capabilities
• Planning and organizing abilities
• Compliant with the Gotion Code of Conduct
• Willingness to travel overseas

Compensation

Base pay is part of our total compensation and may be adjusted based on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The base pay range for this role is $100,000 – $200,000 USD.

Equal Opportunity

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, parental status, criminal histories compatible with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.