Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 23 hours ago
Sr. Staff PMT Project/Program Manager
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$173K/yr - $216K/yr
10+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focused on the future of automotive technology. The Sr. Staff PMT Project/Program Manager will lead large-scale transformation initiatives, ensuring program execution aligns with business objectives while fostering collaboration and innovation in process, methods, and tools.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Program Leadership: Define and lead complex transformation programs that enhance process efficiency, tool implementation, and methodological improvements
Stakeholder Management: Engage with executive leadership, business units, and technical teams to align program objectives with corporate/business strategy as well as managing expectations
Change Management: Drive organizational adoption of new methods and tools through targeted change management initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum Efficiency
Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the program adheres to scope, budget, and timeline constraints
Process Optimization: Evaluate and refine existing workflows, identifying areas for automation, standardization, and efficiency improvements
Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and internal governance frameworks
Budget & Resource Allocation: Manage program budgets and allocate resources effectively to support key deliverables
Continuous Improvement: Establish metrics (KPIs) to measure success, drive post- implementation reviews, and lead continuous improvement efforts
Escalate critical issues to senior management and work with them to define solutions. Regularly report program status, risks, and issues to senior executives and other key Stakeholders
Prepare and present clear, concise reports and presentations that convey progress, challenges, and results
Team Leadership & development: Leading project team members. Fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team
3rd party management: Ability to coordinate 3rd party contributions along the project lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, IT, or a related field
10+ years experience leading large-scale transformation program in SW product companies with focus on Process, Methods, and Tools
Extensive project/program management experience in agile, waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
Strong understanding of process engineering, automation, and digital transformation strategies
Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Technical knowledge understanding SW development and emerging technologies - preferably in an automotive context
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas, updates, and feedback to various stakeholders
Strong analytical skills to interpret data, track program performance, and make data-driven decisions
Knowledge of budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost-benefit analysis to manage program budgets effectively
Extensive experience working in an international and matrix environment
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
1001-5000 employees
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