Senior Program Manager

LM Wind Power / GE; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoneridge is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead automotive programs within ADAS, controls, and connectivity domains. The role focuses on meeting technical, quality, profitability, timing, and risk targets across development, launch, and post-production lifecycle.

You will coordinate global engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver on RFQ objectives and feature enhancements. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automotive program management, strong cross-functional

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program/project management experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience managing customer-facing programs with production exposure.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed program plans and manage timelines, risks, and budgets.
• Serve as primary customer contact for scope, timing, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Manage RFQ inputs, feasibility studies, and cost implications.
• Oversee product and process decisions to meet quality requirements and APQP standards.
• Lead program reviews and report updates to leadership and customers.

Skills

Program execution

Customer relationship

Cross-functional coordination

Problem-solving and risk management

Financial acumen

MS Project and Excel

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/PM

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Program Manager is accountable for achieving project targets and objectives including technical requirements, quality, profitability, timing, and risk management. This role leads application-level programs and projects within Vision & Driver Assistance (ADAS), Controls, and Connectivity domains, typically involving post-production updates, customer change requests, and feature enhancements. The Senior PM will manage limited-scope programs with shorter timelines, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal standards while supporting RFQ activities. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional coordination across global engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Execution & Planning Build and manage detailed project plans for programs. Anticipate risks and implement corrective actions to maintain program targets. Manage projects through development, launch, and post-production lifecycle activities. Drive efficient execution of engineering changes, customer updates, and feature releases. Customer & Commercial Interface Serve as primary point of contact for customer program teams on assigned programs. Ensure clear communication and alignment on scope, timing, and deliverables. Support the product and commercial teams in RFQ preparation, cost inputs, and feasibility assessments. Manage customer change requests and ensure timely implementation. Cross-Functional Coordination Lead core team collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain. Ensure strong coordination between global teams and manufacturing locations. Facilitate information flow between customer teams and internal stakeholders. Financial & Risk Management Manage program budgets including development and tooling costs. Track and report program KPIs including risks, timing, and profitability. Identify cost-saving opportunities and support implementation. Product & Quality Oversight Ensure product and process decisions align with technical and quality requirements. Support APQP activities and ensure adherence to automotive quality standards. Monitor execution to meet defined performance and reliability targets. Governance & Reporting Lead regular program reviews and internal/project meetings. Prepare and present updates to leadership and customer stakeholders. Identify risks and implement mitigation plans.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field. 5+ years of program/project management experience in the automotive industry. Proven experience managing customer-facing programs with production exposure. Strong understanding of automotive development processes and lifecycle. Knowledge in ADAS, vision systems, connectivity, or controls product development preferred. Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA.

KEY SKILLS

Program execution and delivery focus. Customer relationship management. Cross-functional team coordination in global environments. Strong problem-solving and risk management skills. Financial acumen and cost control. Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and data tracking tools.

Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Join the company that’s driving the global transportation industry! Stoneridge is seeking highly-motivated individuals to be a part of our talented team that creates and delivers technology solutions to customers in the transportation industry worldwide. We offer a challenging but rewarding environment with global opportunities. We believe our diverse workforce contributes to our ability to better serve our customers by offering greater creativity, collaboration and productivity.

Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.