CTS Corporation · 5 hours ago
Program Manager, AMS
Lisle, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expCTS Corporation is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components. The Program Manager will be accountable for the successful execution of product development projects within the AMS Piezo Product portfolio, leading cross-functional teams to ensure customer requirements and internal metrics are met.
ElectronicsManufacturingSensor
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establish and communicate the project terms of reference (product definition, timing, budget, commercial targets etc.)
Develop a project execution plan that defines what is needed and when to successfully deliver the terms of reference (including funding, people and facilities) as well as identifying and mitigating potential execution risks and a suitable
Lead globally located cross functional teams to deliver the execution plan. Ensure that a suitable cadence is established to manage the activities of the team
Ensure resources are available as required by the plan, to ensure a successful execution
Coordinate technical, quality and commercial engagements with the customer as appropriate
Assure “safe launch” to customer quality and delivery expectations, successfully delivering the project into volume production
Facilitate completion of appropriate requirements for prototype and production program deliverables
Manage scope creep, by updating and communicating the project terms of reference
Meet and beat project financial targets by tracking costs and facilitating margin improvement initiatives (through cost reductions or price increases). Ensuring that all customer changes are adequately costed and quoted. Facilitate and coordinate CTS cost improvement initiatives during program execution
Facilitate and participate in customer meetings at customer and CTS locations
Participate in supplier meetings as required
Facilitate completion of project action items on project open issues list
Communicate project status and ensure risk is identified and minimized during project execution
Support other Program Management initiatives, as required
Qualification
Required
Strong working knowledge and proven experience in program management systems
Project budget P&L and risk analysis
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills
Proven experience and interaction with suppliers, customers, and Senior Management
Know how to use MS Windows and MS Office Package especially Excel & PowerPoint
Understanding of Critical Path concepts for Projects
Ability to use MS Project
Bachelor's degree in engineering or other related field
5 years of previous experience as a Program Manager preferably in the electronics manufacturing
Ability to work several hours at a computer
Ability to travel (domestic and international) as needed (up to 20%)
Preferred
Experience with ceramic manufacturing is a plus
PMP certification is preferred
ERP/MRP system experience desirable
Benefits
Health Benefits
401K
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
CTS Corporation
CTS aims to be a leading provider of sensing & motion devices as well as connectivity components, enabling an intelligent & seamless world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1962-06-04IPO
Leadership Team
Kieran O'Sullivan
President & CEO
Ashish Agrawal
Chief Financial Officer
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