SHAPE THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY FROM DAY ONE.
This position is part of our Signal & Power Solutions segment; Connection Systems business unit.
Summary (About this Position):
The Americas Connection Systems Team currently has an exciting opportunity for a Director, Program Management overseeing our regional program management team. This position is located in metro Detroit and will report directly to the VP & Managing Director - AMR Connection Systems.
Responsibilities:
Direct all program management activity regarding automotive OEMs.
Improve profitability of existing business/programs.
Ensure flawless launch on all future business/programs.
Provide strategic program management planning and support including program budgeting and forecasting.
Collaborate with Business Management & Strategic Planning to align and prioritize initiatives within program roadmap establishing integrated program view.
Ensure a standardized approach to the management of all projects/programs.
Act as a primary business contact to define business requirements and opportunities for business improvement within the Strategic Program activity and assist business owners with the review of high level requirements for future business demand.
Oversee the tracking of program and project benefits to be realized.
Responsible for accurate consolidated project/program reporting (governance and monthly financials), support client reporting and seek executive guidance and approvals as necessary.
Ensure all program managers effectively track deliverables and milestones while providing regular status updates to project stakeholders.
Drive estimation, planning, organizing and monitoring the activities of cross-functional teams while maintaining overall control of schedules, risks and committed deliverables.
Support the identification, assessment and communication of project risks.
Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting and financial management is conducted within each project.
Provide oversight, guidance and remediation for troubled projects and identify, when possible, the conditions that require remedy to prevent a project from becoming troubled.
Manage the sourcing of and career development, as well as, performance management of program managers.
Work independently and handle frequently changing needs of an organization that is constantly evolving.
Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements.
Must Haves (i.e. Basic Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline), Business or Management.
10 + years' experience developing products from concept to product launch.
10+ years' experience in the automotive or automotive supplier business.
7+ years of program management experience with project management, business process redesign, organizational development and process improvement.
5+ years' experience in management or supervisory roles.
Nice to Haves (i.e. Preferred Qualifications):
Master's degree in Engineering Management or MBA.
PMP Certification by the Project Management Institute is preferred.
Significant experience in business process modeling.
High level presentation skills.
Ability to work successfully in a team environment and build effective working relationships inside and outside the group is critical.
Ability to establish and maintain effective business partnerships.
Demonstrated problem resolution, decision-making and analytical skills with keen attention to detail with limited supervision.
An ability to work well and productively, always projecting a positive outlook in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Demonstrate a consistent record of accomplishment in highly demanding environment and driving initiatives to completion.
Successful interaction with management of multiple technical teams is important.
Excellent organization skills, acute attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks in a fluid, time sensitive and dynamic environment.
A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with people at all levels is imperative.
Possess critical thinking and a "can-do" attitude for all situations.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Skype, Teams, Visio, etc.).
Aptiv USA Rewards and Advantages
Competitive compensation with bonus potential
Competitive health benefits
Learning and development opportunities
Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
Recognition for innovation and excellence
Opportunities to give back to the community
Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time-Off (Vacation and Parental Leave etc.)
About Aptiv: Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safe, green and connected solutions which are enabling the future of mobility. The company has 162,000 total employees, of which 25,000 are salaried. Aptiv operates 15 major Technical Centers and 126 Manufacturing locations in 44 countries.
Our name represents knowledge, adaptiveness and drive. It highlights our ability to both envision the future and to bring it to life, making it real through our portfolio of safe, green and connected technologies and deep systems integration expertise.
About Connection Systems: This business unit provides technologies that serve as the nervous system of the vehicle, including the complete design, manufacture and assembly of the vehicle's connection systems.
This business unit's products include a vast array of connection systems technologies for the vehicle, including: Housings, Terminals, MePa/Pin-headers, High Voltage Chargers and Interconnects, SRS, High Speed Data solutions, On-Glass connections, Electrical Centers, Media Modules and Wireless Charging products.
Our technology provides the critical signal distribution and computing power backbone that supports increased vehicle content and electrification, reduced emissions and higher fuel economy.
Candidates for positions with Aptiv must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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