.The program manager leads the multifunctional teams to assure a flawless execution of the new product launches. This position will work side by side with a cross functional team and is responsible for leading 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**- Provide Project Plan in line with customer and Aptiv requirements: Define project milestones, timeline and project team- Synchronize with customer on a regular basis to be aligned at all times- Define roles and responsibilities of team members to achieve program targets- Adhere to project frame and goals (Timing, Cost, Quality)- Lead the project team, including regular program review meetings- Assure communication within the team and to the customer- Control program execution and manage deviations to plan, define tasks and action plans to close gaps and control execution and effectiveness of these plans- Escalate issues that cannot be resolved to higher management- Schedule, prepare and conduct project reviews (PDP gate reviews, OGRs, Design Reviews etc)**Your Background**- Bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar, business administration, industrial engineering- High level of English proficiency is a must (90% or higher).- 3 + years of experience in wire harness assembly processes/Automotive industry- 3 + years of relevant experience in a Project or Program Management function- Experience managing difficult and challenging situations during the execution, knowledge required on managing team to resolve issues.- High communication skills and collaborative mindset- Independently working with high self-commitment- Good networker- Strong presentation skills- 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.- Flexibility and willingness for business trips**Skills**- 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
