Program Manager

Magna International; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology firm seeks a Program Manager in Muncie, Indiana. You'll oversee customer relations and program management throughout the product life cycle, ensuring project documentation, timelines, and budgets are met. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years in program management within the automotive sector. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of program management experience in the automotive industry.
• Technical/Engineering degree preferred.
• Previous experience in a plant operations role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary communication interface to the customer.
• Prepare and lead business case reviews of quotations.
• Manage the complete product life cycle through GPMS.

Skills

Program management experience

Technical knowledge of powertrain systems

Advanced Microsoft Office usage

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Program Manager – Magna International

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What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry‑leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world‑class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a combined 5 years of program management experience along with a verifiable record of results in both disciplines within the automotive industry.
• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent (6 additional years of related technical experience in addition to experience referenced above). Technical / Engineering degree is highly preferred.
• Strong technical background that may include knowledge of powertrain systems & components (including 4WD/AWD, fluid pressure & controls, stampings & castings) and a good understanding of cross‑functional responsibilities.
• Must possess moderately advanced usage of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint); must be/become proficient in company & customer systems.
• Previous experience in a plant operations role or environment is preferred.
• Strong financial acumen, considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary point of communication interface to the customer for the respective program(s).
• Possesses interpersonal skills to build relationships with key customer contacts responsible for the decision‑making process. Actively listens, probes, and identifies concerns. Understands the customer’s business and speaks their language. Develops credibility, loyalty, trust, and commitment.
• Responsible for leading the preparation and business case review of quotations for customers. Ensures quotes target profitable and/or strategic business opportunities and performs contract reviews when awarded.
• Aligns with Global Product Managers, Product Engineering, and Sales by providing customer feedback on products and features as well as competitive information within their respective product group.
• Owns program management through the complete product life cycle from concept, quoting, program award, product development, supplier selection, launch, post‑production performance, and lessons learned utilizing the Magna Global Program Management System (GPMS):
• Prepare and communicate program status meetings to management steering committee and escale critical issues.
• Coordinate and monitor project documentation, timelines, technical performance, budget, production, quality deliverables, and corrective action initiatives.
• Take full program management ownership of functional activities: quoting, purchasing, product engineering, quality, manufacturing/launch management, and finance/budget.
• Manage Series Production Phase including claims management, change management & continuous improvement, VA/VE activities, and execution of ongoing price negotiations/adjustments.
• Support and adhere to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to the established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
• Handle additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Understand the financial aspects of the business.

EEO Statement

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type: Regular / Permanent

Group: Magna Powertrain

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology