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We are partnering with a Global Automotive Leader who is hiring for a Program Manager. Company Highlights • Global supplier of automotive adhesives, sealants, coatings, and lightweight material solutions • Supports leading automotive OEMs around the world • Technology-driven organization focused on innovative material solutions • Strong involvement in new product development and automotive launch programs • Cross-functional environment connecting Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations Position Highlights • Title: Program Manager • Full Time: Direct Hire • Lead customer programs from initial quotation through Start of Production (SOP) • Manage multiple automotive programs simultaneously Background Requirements • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. • 3–5 years of Project Management experience. • Automotive industry experience required. • Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. • Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Ability to lead and hold cross-functional teams accountable without direct authority. • Experience with APQP and PPAP strongly preferred. • Knowledge of IATF 16949 is preferred. • Experience with adhesives, sealants, coatings, specialty chemicals, or related materials is a plus. • PMP certification is a plus. • Experience with Microsoft Project, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office preferred. Job Responsibilities • Lead new automotive product launch programs from quotation through SOP. • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and risk registers. • Coordinate APQP and PPAP activities to achieve customer and internal requirements. • Drive accountability across cross-functional teams to keep programs on schedule. • Identify project risks early and develop practical mitigation and recovery plans. • Lead regular project meetings with internal teams and OEM customers. • Coordinate activities across Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations. • Track project budgets, timing, deliverables, milestones, and overall program health. • Escalate issues appropriately while presenting solutions and recovery plans. • Ensure compliance with customer requirements, APQP methodology, and internal stage-gate processes. • Support launch readiness and customer production approvals. • Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting. What is Being Offered • Challenge: Take ownership of multiple automotive programs and lead them from commercial opportunity through successful production launch. • Location: Taylor, MI • Advancement: Opportunity to grow within a global automotive organization and take on increasingly complex customer programs. • Money: Competitive Salary • Comprehensive health care benefits • Paid Vacation • 401K with Matching • People / Culture: Looking for a proactive, accountable Project Manager who takes ownership, anticipates problems, and is comfortable challenging teams to keep programs moving. • Stability: Established global automotive supplier with relationships across major OEM customers and a diversified portfolio of material technologies. If you are interested and qualified, please send your updated resume as a MS Word document, and how you fit this specific position to jim.guerrera@scnteam.com.