Senior Serial Life Program Lead - Automotive Impact

faurecia S.A.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader, seeks a Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams from Sales to Quality, ensuring timely resources and monitoring program performance with KPIs such as PPM and margin. You will guide a team of direct reports, manage reviews, and maintain strong customer relationships while championing continuous improvement.

You will drive Engineering Change Management, ensure documentation continuity, and promote productivity ideas in a high-ethics,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality tools (FMEA, DOE, functional analysis).
• Master Faurecia Program Management System or PM knowledge in a matrix organization.
• English fluent; strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization with a cooperative approach.
• International mindset with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resources are provided in time from Sales, Controlling, Costing, Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering.
• Manage program performance using indicators like PPM, scrap, and operating margin.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of direct reports; track performance.
• Maintain relationships with Operations and convergence plan targets.
• Cascade program objectives across functions and act as the customer-facing Faurecia representative.
• Apply Engineering Change Management and ensure documentation continuity across customers, suppliers, R&D, and plants.
• Promote productivity ideas and ensure compliance with quality systems, HSE, and regulations.
• Share best practices and adhere to ethics and environmental policies.

Skills

Quality tools

Program management

English fluency

Communication

Network influencing

Planning

Matrix organization

International mindset

Education

Master's degree in engineering or MBA

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader, seeks a Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams from Sales to Quality, ensuring timely resources and monitoring program performance with KPIs such as PPM and margin. You will guide a team of direct reports, manage reviews, and maintain strong customer relationships while championing continuous improvement.

You will drive Engineering Change Management, ensure documentation continuity, and promote productivity ideas in a high-ethics,