Strategic Global Automotive Program Manager

Magna International, Inc; Indiana; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead automotive powertrain programs from concept through launch, interfacing with customers and internal teams. You will drive quotations, business cases, and lifecycle execution while coordinating with Global Product Managers, Product Engineering, and Sales to ensure profitable opportunities.

You should bring a strong technical background in powertrain components, plus adeptness with MS Office and customer systems.

Qualifications

• Must possess a combined 5 years of program management experience along with a verifiable record of results in both disciplines within the automotive industry.
• Bachelor's degree Required or equivalent (6 additional years of related technical experience in addition to experience referenced above). Technical / Engineering Degree is highly preferred.
• Strong technical background that may include knowledge of powertrain systems & components (including 4WD/AWD, fluid pressure & controls, stampings & castings) and a good understanding of cross-functional responsibilities.
• Must possess moderately advanced usage of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint); must be/become proficient in company & customer systems.
• Previous experience in a plant operations role or environment is preferred.
• Strong Financial acumen, considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of communication interface to the customer for the respective program(s).
• Possesses the interpersonal skills to build relationships with key customer contacts responsible for the decision-making process. Actively listens, probes, and identifies concerns. Understands customer's business and speaks their language. Develops credibility, loyalty, trust, and commitment.
• Responsible for leading the preparation and business case review of quotations for customers. Responsible for ensuring quotes target profitable and/or strategic business opportunities and performing contract reviews when awarded.
• Cohesively aligns with Global Product Managers, Product Engineering, and Sales by providing customer feedback on products and features as well as competitive information within their respective product group.
• Owns program management through complete product life cycle from concept, quoting, program award, product development, supplier selection, launch, post-production performance, & lessons learned utilizing the Magna Global Program Management System (GPMS):
• Preparation and communication of program status meetings to management steering committee and escalation of critical issues.
• Coordinating / monitoring project documentation, timelines, technical performance, budget, production, quality deliverables, and corrective action initiatives.
• Full program management ownership of program-related functional activities: quoting, purchasing, product engineering, quality, manufacturing / launch management, & finance/budget.
• Manage Series Production Phase including claims management, change management & continuous improvement, VA/VE activities, and execution of ongoing price negotiations / adjustments.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Must understand the financial aspects of the business

Skills

Program management

Powertrain knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Magna Powertrain seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead automotive powertrain programs from concept through launch, interfacing with customers and internal teams. You will drive quotations, business cases, and lifecycle execution while coordinating with Global Product Managers, Product Engineering, and Sales to ensure profitable opportunities.

You should bring a strong technical background in powertrain components, plus adeptness with MS Office and customer systems.