International Automotive Components

Compensation

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General Description: • Responsible for ensuring the overall success of a program including interfacing with internal/external disciplines including Engineering, Finance, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Purchasing. • Coordinate and direct programs, making detailed plans to accomplish goals. • Direct, review, and approve product design and changes. • Coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs. • Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts. • Develops new business and expands product line. • Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules, develops solutions to program problems, and directs work of incumbents assigned to program from various departments. • Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. • Acts as advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations. Education: • BS/BA required • MBA/MS preferred Experience: • Requires 5-8 years of experience Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Leadership: Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills are needed to manage a diverse, cross-functional team without direct authority. • Technical knowledge: Strong understanding of engineering principles, product development, and manufacturing processes, particularly in the supplier's specific area of expertise. • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are necessary for effectively interfacing with customers, internal teams, and executive management. • Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to proactively address issues and develop viable countermeasures.