VAVE Project Manager - Cost-Saving Programs Lead (Onsite)

Black Rock Groups; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Tech Mahindra is seeking a Senior Project Manager for VAVE programs in Saint Paul, MN, onsite. You will lead supplier-driven cost-reduction initiatives, ensuring validated and implementable savings aligned with client objectives.

Strong multi-stakeholder management and data handling skills are required, with experience in manufacturing and should-cost activities. The role reports to the Program Manager, with responsibilities across workshops, data readiness, governance, and executive reporting.

Qualifications

• 10 years in program management / manufacturing engineering.
• Experience collaborating with global clients and suppliers.
• Exposure to cost reduction / transformation programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end VAVE program execution across assigned suppliers.
• Manage supplier engagement, readiness, and alignment.
• Coordinate with Program Manager, client stakeholders, supplier stakeholders, consultants & SMEs.
• Ensure data readiness (BOM, cost drivers, process details)
• Plan and execute VAVE workshops at supplier facilities.
• Drive tracking of idea funnel, savings, and implementation.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and escalations.
• Deliver program reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Support commercial validation and savings realization.
• Ensure adherence to governance cadence and KPIs.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Data handling

Communication

Job description

Tech Mahindra is seeking a Senior Project Manager for VAVE programs in Saint Paul, MN, onsite. You will lead supplier-driven cost-reduction initiatives, ensuring validated and implementable savings aligned with client objectives.

Strong multi-stakeholder management and data handling skills are required, with experience in manufacturing and should-cost activities. The role reports to the Program Manager, with responsibilities across workshops, data readiness, governance, and executive reporting.