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Superior Essex · 2 months ago

Automotive Program Manager

Fort Wayne, IN, 46802, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Superior Essex is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs serving their automotive customers. This role involves acting as the primary interface between internal teams and key automotive clients, driving project execution, ensuring delivery excellence, and fostering long-term partnerships.

Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned automotive customers, ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and high-quality delivery

Plan, execute, and deliver programs from concept through launch—meeting quality, cost, and timing objectives

Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and sales teams to ensure alignment and successful execution

Develop and manage detailed program timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans

Manage engineering change requests (ECRs) and ensure scope changes are effectively controlled and communicated

Track KPIs, report progress to leadership and customers, and drive issue resolution to closure

Identify opportunities to streamline program processes and enhance customer satisfaction

Qualification

Program ManagementAutomotive Industry ExperienceProject Management ToolsAutomotive Product DevelopmentCustomer Relationship SkillsData-Driven Problem SolvingCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsStrategic Thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

5+ years of program or project management experience, preferably in the automotive industry

Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs

Strong understanding of automotive product development cycles (APQP, PPAP, etc.)

Excellent communication, presentation, and customer relationship skills

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Monday.com or equivalent)

Company

Superior Essex

Superior Essex is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wire and cable products.

Founded in 1998

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.superioressex.com

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