Program Manager

Hendrickson; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plans

Pension plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Hendrickson in Woodridge, IL is seeking a Program Manager to lead simultaneous product and process development initiatives and to drive successful launches. The role focuses on coordinating engineering, marketing, sales, and supply chain to meet program milestones and deliverables.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in program management within an industrial setting, with a track record of managing complex projects and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years in engineering, marketing, or business with at least 5 years in project management in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SPPD teams to ensure successful new product launches by establishing goals and monitoring performance.
• Lead CP teams to implement internal and customer-driven product changes by setting goals and monitoring performance.
• Develop and manage project timing, capital requests, budgets and product objectives.
• Manage programs from study through SOP4.4K delivery.
• Develop program metrics and provide updates to executive committee.
• Coordinate communication across engineering, sales, marketing, and supply chain.
• Lead customer program launch meetings and interface with vendors and customers.

Skills

Project management

Financial planning

MS Office

MRP (QAD) systems

PLM software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in program management engineering or business

Master’s degree

Tools

Teamcenter

QAD (MRP)

Job description

The Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems Group of Hendrickson is looking for a Program Manager to join our team in Woodridge, IL!

This Program Manager Will

• Lead and manage Simultaneous Product and Process Development (SPPD) teams to ensure successful new product launches by establishing goals and objectives for each functional group and monitoring performance.
• Lead and manage Current Products (CP) teams to ensure successful implementation of internal and customer-driven product changes by establishing goals and objectives for each functional group and monitoring performance.
• Develop and/or manage project timing, capital requests (CERs), capital budgets and product objectives (cost, weight, performance etc.).
• Manage programs/projects from the study phase through the evaluation phase of the SOP4.4K process meeting the project schedule and ensuring proper submission of SOP4.4K deliverables.
• Develop and update program metrics using standardized reporting tools and other methods as required.
• Provide periodic updates to the SPPD Executive Committee.
• Develop QOS metrics for programs, projects and team performance and provides regular updates.
• Communicate regularly with all functional areas, including engineering, sales, marketing and supply chain management personnel regarding project goals, issues, and accomplishments.
• Lead customer program launch meetings once the program has been accepted and resourced in the customer’s organization.
• Coordinate communication between various divisions, joint ventures, engineering groups, and customers as required.
• Have frequent interface with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure return on investment strategies are maximized.
• Ensure manufacturing strategies are in alignment with program objectives.
• Be responsible for development and execution of program launch plans to assure there is a plan for every part of the bill of material.
• Facilitate development of cost models in generating customer proposals based on review of customer expectations, optimized sellable PN strategy and freight considerations.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• Bachelor’s degree in program management, engineering, or business required.
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering, marketing, or business with at least 5 years of project management experience in an Industrial business environment, preferably in the commercial vehicle industry.
• Accounting and Financial planning skills desired.
• Computer literacy in a Microsoft Office environment (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint), MRP (QAD) systems and PLM software (Teamcenter).
• Flexibility to travel overnight as required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is $100,000 -$160,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

LIFE AT [H] - Hendrickson Careers

https://www.hendrickson-intl.com/work-for-us/life-at-hendrickson

• , We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation.
• We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education.
• We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.

$100,000-$160,000