The Program Manager will be responsible for leading the Product Development Process (PDP), coordinating all team activities, and managing departmental resources including headcount and budget. This role requires implementing a date-driven management culture, overseeing project financials and schedules to meet stakeholder expectations, and championing Aptiv's flawless launch initiatives. The manager will also drive consistency in the PDP system, lead value stream improvements, maintain and report key metrics, facilitate PDP gate reviews, and ensure compliance with internal controls and business processes.
Must Have:- Manage the Product Development Process (PDP)
- Manage project financials and schedule
- Champion APTIV flawless launches initiative
- Lead value stream improvements for the PDP process
- Maintain and report metrics timely
- Facilitate PDP gate reviews
- Bachelor's degree
- Ability to track fabrication status and stick to deadlines
- Strong personality and ability to lead a diverse team
- Ownership and ability to act with urgency, with passion for results
- 3-5 years’ experience in automotive industry program management
- English communication skills for cross-country communication