Senior EAS Program Management Lead (Automotive)

Marquardt U.S.; Rochester Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model (3 days in office)

Innovative products and diverse client

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits (medical, dental, 0c

Tuition reimbursement

Smart teammates and development focus

Supplier discounts (GM, Stellantis, TO

Job summary

Marquardt U.S. is seeking an EAS Program Management Team Lead in Rochester Hills, MI to guide and develop a team of Program Managers through the product lifecycle, from development to end-of-life.

This hands-on leader ensures customer requirements, milestones, quality objectives, and financial targets are met across programs. The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Sales, driving program performance and successful product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project or program management with leadership of direct reports.
• Experience in the automotive industry with complex vehicle electronic/software systems.
• Proficiency with Cim-dB project management software.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Understanding of budgetary control and resource allocation procedures.
• Ability to coach Program Managers and resolve conflicts in a win/win fashion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Program Managers, ensuring consistent application of program management best practices and internal development procedures.
• Manage assigned customer programs and provide oversight for all programs within the team portfolio.
• Ensure programs are executed in accordance with project plans, customer requirements, quality standards, timing commitments, and financial objectives.
• Review and monitor program budgets, costs, and financial performance, ensuring alignment with targets.
• Support Program Managers in developing project plans, tracking progress, resolving issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Lead resolution of program challenges, escalations, and cross-functional issues impacting deliverables.
• Coordinate ongoing reviews of program performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvements, and process optimization.
• Facilitate effective communication among Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Sales, and other teams.
• Partner with leadership and customer teams to plan, direct, and control program activities.
• Ensure integrity, quality, and successful delivery of all assigned programs.
• Prepare and present program status updates and KPIs to leadership.
• Support business development and sales activities during customer quotations, RFQs, and new business pursuits.
• Support sales team in new business RFQs.
• Be part of regional PM Excellence Team ensuring compliance and gate reviews.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Coaching skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Relationship building

Presentations

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Cim-dB

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marquardt U.S. is seeking an EAS Program Management Team Lead in Rochester Hills, MI to guide and develop a team of Program Managers through the product lifecycle, from development to end-of-life.

This hands-on leader ensures customer requirements, milestones, quality objectives, and financial targets are met across programs. The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Sales, driving program performance and successful product