PROGRAM MANAGER

OP Mobility; Rossford (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility is seeking a Program Manager in Rossford, Ohio, to lead program management activities across the lifecycle, aligning engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to meet business metrics and customer satisfaction.

You will drive commercial support, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure governance and INPRO compliance while growing the business through strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, program management, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in program management minimum.
• Experience in automotive program management within Tier 1/2 supplier environment.
• Strong financial acumen with EBIT, margins, budgets, tooling investments, and capex.
• Deep understanding of APQP, launch management, and automotive customer requirements.
• Experience managing complex customer-facing programs with timing, quality, and cost responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills with experience supervising Program Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall program management activities to ensure achievement of defined business metrics, financial targets, and customer satisfaction throughout the product lifecycle.
• Drive business growth by supporting commercial activities, quotations, and new business opportunities in partnership with Sales.
• Lead cross-functional program teams and ensure alignment between engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, logistics, finance, and customer stakeholders.
• Secure required support from functional managers and maintain accountability for program execution across all disciplines.
• Manage customer expectations and maintain strong customer relationships throughout program development and launch.
• Establish and maintain effective communication processes and information flows across all functions, sites, and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to INPRO methodologies, procedures, governance requirements, and defined program responsibilities.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and supervision for Program Engineers assigned to the program portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and corrective action activities across programs and project management processes.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and mandatory training requirements.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project lifecycle management

Financial acumen

APQP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or a related field

Job description

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PROGRAM MANAGER

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Job Title: Program Manager

• Type of Contract: Full-time, Permanent


• Location: Rossford,Ohio


• Responsibilities


• Lead overall program management activities to ensure achievement of defined business metrics, financial targets, and customer satisfaction throughout the product lifecycle.


• Drive business growth by supporting commercial activities, quotations, and new business opportunities in partnership with Sales.


• Lead cross-functional program teams and ensure alignment between engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, logistics, finance, and customer stakeholders.


• Secure required support from functional managers and maintain accountability for program execution across all disciplines.


• Manage customer expectations and maintain strong customer relationships throughout program development and launch.


• Establish and maintain effective communication processes and information flows across all functions, sites, and stakeholders.


• Ensure adherence to INPRO methodologies, procedures, governance requirements, and defined program responsibilities.


• Provide leadership, coaching, and supervision for Program Engineers assigned to the program portfolio.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and corrective action activities across programs and project management processes.


• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and mandatory training requirements.


• Support other functional areas as needed and perform additional duties as assigned.


• Profile


• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or a related field preferred.


• 3 years of experience in Program Management minimum


• Strong experience in automotive program management, preferably within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier environment.


• Strong financial acumen with experience managing EBIT, margins, budgets, tooling investments, and capital expenditures.


• Deep understanding of APQP, launch management, and automotive customer requirements.


• Experience managing complex customer-facing programs with significant timing, quality, and cost responsibilities.


• Strong leadership and people-management skills with experience supervising Program Engineers and influencing cross-functional teams.


• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• English required; additional languages are a plus.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.