Program leader

Principal challenge is to lead cross functional EMEA teams to successfully launch and achieve project goals according to Aptiv procedures & Strategy. He/She leads and co-ordinates all activities related to the project/ process development from Project customer nomination until handover to serial production (CT Gate).

Your Tasks:

• Accountable for flawless execution of assigned projects and deliverables
• Monitor and control metrics on program execution and performance
• Complete the development of the project plan and master schedule
• Serve as the primary customer interface for program updates, reviews, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate project related activities and provide leadership/direction to the Project Team and other appropriate associates to meet the program targets.
• Conduct regular program reviews to monitor progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Escalate issue and risks which are beyond the control of the Project Team
• Assume responsibility for assuring synchronization between operational activities, project- process-steps and other functional activities related to the program to ensure Flawless start of production.
• Coordinate that all related activities with Pilots and Prototype build within the operations are properly conducted and the respective delivery targets from the customer are met.
• Support and ensure an up-to-date reporting and keep the Plant Manager and Program Manager (assigned to the project) and Program Team well informed on progress toward achievements and identified barriers to progress.
• Support launch readiness and oversee production ramp-up until project stabilization.
• Implement best practices and Lessons Learned from other projects
• Achieve Flawless Launch Metrics targets
• Assist and insure good progress of internal/external / customer audits
• Lead inter-regional project as assigned depends on capacity

• Master degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Project management in automotive industry
• Documented leadership, team oriented work experience and strong communication skills
• Strong understanding of Automotive/Industry Standards and product development processes (APQP, FMEA, DFMEA, etc.).
• Experience working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
• Risk management skills
• Conflict management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines