Project Manager

Description

You will lead project execution across functions, from business award through end-of-life, keeping milestones, financial targets and customer commitments on track.

The work centres on project planning, managing risk, keeping stakeholders aligned and communicating with the customer, while coordinating the Engineering, Quality, Sales, SCM and Manufacturing teams.

The company builds products for mobility and other markets, including automotive, aerospace and defense, energy, industrial and medical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage deliverable performance on each project from award to end-of-life.
• Own the overall project plan and run its reviews.
• Lead cross-functional discussions with technical experts such as the Engineering project leader, Quality, Sales, SCM and Manufacturing to move product development and project milestones forward.
• Assess the critical path and project risks and issues, and work with stakeholders to execute without defects.
• Build a working relationship with the customer and meet them regularly on all project activity.
• Keep communication aligned between the customer and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare status reports covering executive summaries, open issues and key actions, critical path, risks, and progress against KPIs.
• Escalate risks and issues when needed to protect project commitments.
• Plan staffing and resources so they match key areas and project goals.
• Track investment spending and financial results from award onward, including CAPEX planning and spend contribution.
• Model a one-team approach and build that culture within the team.
• Capture lessons learned and feed them back into processes.
• Give input to the Customer Sales Lead and the product organization on key features for the product roadmap.
• Advise the Customer Sales Lead on feasibility and cost for new programs.
• Support post-launch maintenance with the Customer Sales Lead, working with Product, Service, regional Manufacturing, SCM and Quality.
• Coordinate workforce planning across regions to deliver programs for OEMs headquartered outside the region.
• Provide project forecasts for budgeting and financial planning, and align project priorities with top-down financial targets.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of project management or program development experience in automotive electronics.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, business or finance, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working with OEMs and understanding how they run product development and program execution. Ideally, experience with Stellantis.
• Strong knowledge of Industrialization Operating Systems, including supporting manufacturing readiness, program launches and cross-functional execution.
• Strong customer interface skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and Word.
• Strong organization, planning and follow-up skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Works well as a team member and with others.
• A methodical, analytical approach to solving problems.
• Proven ability to work effectively under remote supervision, with clear communication, accountability and self-management.

Conditions

The company welcomes people from all backgrounds, and inclusion is part of how it works.

Benefits

• Private health care from day 1 of employment.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Paid time off covering holidays, vacation, designated time off and parental leave.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to volunteer in the community.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility coverage.