Program Manager

Program Manager

Job Summary:

The Program Manager will serve as the liaison between the customer and internal teams, including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Management. This position requires a high level of organizational and leadership skills, supporting company management in daily operations and business growth.

Salary: $80,000- $95,000 DOE

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Manage all new product launches from award, through APQP, and into production.
• Drive and track internal Continuous Improvement program.
• Serve as company ambassador, developing strong customer relationships while ensuring top notch communication.
• Support internal team with raw material sourcing and resolution of material challenges.
• Negotiate material, service, and asset contracts as required.
• Issue RFQs to supply base.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers to resolve production, quality and launch challenges.
• Participate in and support the quote process.
• Supports tasks assigned for IATF 16949, KPI reporting, ISO 14001, and TISAX.
• Manage customer-directed tasks related to asset tracking, new program launches, and a variety of reporting via customer portals.
• Review and approve customer contracts.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Complete annual customer trade compliance documentation.
• Assist with inventory management and discrepancy investigation.
• As required, oversee company inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
• Oversee material scheduling in a Just-in-Time (JIT) environment to meet inventory turn goals.
• Lead weekly production, quarterly and annual Management review meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience:

·      A bachelor’s degree is desirable.

• Experience: 3 years of Program Management, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Experience with print and material analysis, sourcing of cast and "bar stock" raw materials.
• Program Management, Purchasing, or Customer Service work history in a production environment. Preferably with metals and casting experience.
• Experience working with OEM cross functional teams.
• Working knowledge of material flows, freight management, layouts, packaging, and containerization.
• Ability to plan and analyze production requirements and implement supporting material systems and business processes.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and leadership ability, especially for collaborating with others internally and externally to accomplish goals and resolve challenges.
• Highly organized and detailed to establish priorities and identify and set goals.
• Knowledge of IAFT 16949.
• Assist with implementation is ISO 14001 and TISAX programs.
• Previous experience with USMCA and other trade documents is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite of software, particularly MS Excel, and use of spreadsheets for managing and analyzing data.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision available after 90 days
• 401k Matching
• Sick time / Vacation