Project Manager

Summary

Lead the design and manufacturing teams through the Aptiv development process. The Project Manager will oversee initial plans, set milestones, track project activities and communicate project progress to stakeholders. Work cross-functionally to establish working relationships within the company and act as the main contact with customers.

Key job responsibilities:

• Responsible to achieve flawless launches (i.e. full ownership to deliver programs on-time, with quality and in-charge of profitability)
• Acts as the program life cycle owner; brings strategy and holistic approach
• Drives appropriate reviews/escalations, risk identification and mitigation, removes roadblocks
• Act as customer contact for regular management communication and escalation
• Background working with multiple projects and customers, internal and external
• Responsible to support achievement of profitability for their assigned business which includes working closely with Directors, Account Managers, profit management.
• Support continuous improvement by using Lean/I&CIM techniques
• Responsible for understanding customer requirements and building relationships with key customers
• Support in customer management (especially in critical situations)
• Supports new business development activities
• Secures appropriation requests' approvals on time for project execution
• Responsible for complying to PDP requirements, maintain required documentation and reporting

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent technical field.
• English advanced (writing, reading, speaking)
• 3+ years' experience in project/program management or equivalent field in the automotive industry
• 3+ years of experience in the use of product life cycle and risk management tools.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent oral/written communication skills with strong ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Knowledge of OEM processes and development cycles
• Strong and demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead, coach and mentor team members
• Proficient ability to interact with all levels of management
• Proven conflict management skills
• Track record of successfully completing projects on time within specifications despite obstacles which arise during such new programs
• Versed in problem-solving skills; ability to drive corrective actions with minimal direction
• Proficient in MS-Office and MS- Project
• Financial knowledge/business acumen
• Negotiation skills

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

• Compensation package, including Major Medical Insurance & Life Insurance
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications
• Scholarships
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
• Tuition Reimbursement