Strategic Automotive Connectivity Program Lead

IDEMIA; Michigan; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEMIA Secure Transactions is seeking a Program Manager, Automotive Connectivity to lead strategic connectivity programs for North American automakers, delivering on-time, on-budget results while fostering strong customer relationships and guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle.

The role is Michigan-based with monthly travel within the state, requiring a deep background in automotive or connectivity programs and proven stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Program Management experience.
• Strong customer-facing experience in complex environments.
• Experience in Automotive or Connectivity is required.
• Proven success leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong customer relationship management capabilities.
• Active listening, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Structured, organized, and results-oriented approach.
• Proactive mindset with ownership and accountability.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural and matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more connectivity programs for major North American automotive OEMs.
• Ensure successful program delivery in line with customer expectations, quality standards, schedule, and financial targets.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for all operational and program-related matters.
• Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication, stakeholder alignment, and effective issue resolution.
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams across Sales, Engineering, Product & Offering Management, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Legal.
• Build trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders while anticipating future business opportunities and risks.
• Monitor program performance, quality, execution, and billings.
• Support contract negotiations and pre-sales activities.
• Promote continuous improvement of processes, tools, and ways of working.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, Automotive standards (APQP, IATF 16949…) and internal governance processes.

Skills

Program management

Customer-facing

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

IDEMIA Secure Transactions is seeking a Program Manager, Automotive Connectivity to lead strategic connectivity programs for North American automakers, delivering on-time, on-budget results while fostering strong customer relationships and guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle.

The role is Michigan-based with monthly travel within the state, requiring a deep background in automotive or connectivity programs and proven stakeholder management skills.