PROGRAM MANAGER - #7462458

Job Summary

We are looking for a Program Manager. This position will work side by side with a cross functional team and is responsible for leading with a relentless attitude working with rigor and pace to execute and drive the execution of the Project in terms but not limited to Industrialization, Manpower Hiring & Training, Program Ramp-up as well as work with the team to fulfill the customer build event deliverables and their communication status internal/external.

Your Role

• Work side by side with cross functional team driving flawless Program Launch and Execution.
• Assess project status and plant readiness for program launch, based on project plan, risk assessment and project appropriation request (AR)
  • Project financials
  • Design & validation deliverables
  • PC: Advance Procurement Comp PO & Logistics, Warehouse Readiness ( ensure a program plan for every part is defined and executed by responsible parties)
  • ME: T&E Industrialization, methods, validation/Ram up follow up (Tools equipment delivered on time, validated, tested, and capable to deliver the required output), business transfers/moves
  • AQP: Poke Yokes and Line release (review evidence of compliance to requirements (Customer /Aptiv)
  • HR: Hourly & Salary Hiring Plan (ensure people plan is defined and executed on time)
• Controlling and monitor the project through gate reviews and functional gates assessment (conduct readiness assessment for specific customer milestone requirements)
• Coordinate Customer Visits to assigned plants (customer capacity verification, etc)
• Ensure proper escalation of off plan conditions and identified risks (categorize issue severity, proactive, with sufficient time for resolution)
• Coordinate Handoffs ( F4-F5 , RBE 10- to Mfg. Plant)
• Maintain/Retain program records as required by Job and Aptiv Policy

Your Background:

• Program / Launch Management experience.
• High level of English proficiency is a must (90% or higher).
• Bachelor's degree.
• 3 + years of experience in wire harness assembly processes.
• Experience managing difficult and challenging situations during the execution, knowledge required on managing team to resolve issues.
• Engineering, quality, manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain project timelines for internal execution and customer reporting.
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Traits we seek

• Demonstrated ability to adapt and learn continuously, clearly establish expectations and hold others accountable for achieving results, as well as developing and executing strategic plans.
• Embrace resilience – seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity and invitation to grow.
• People willing to share knowledge and experience with others in a commitment to make a group growth bringing balance to it instead of weighting in one direction.
• Multifunctional comfortable to follow up several projects at the same time, launches, ppap, prototypes, training on new employees.
• Supports and exemplifies Aptiv values and commitment to SAFETY, quality and cost with a great sense of ownership, teamwork, and communication among all levels of administration.

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