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Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) · 3 days ago

Program Manager

Wixom, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) is focused on creating a culture of service that empowers others and accelerates positive change. The Program Manager will define project scope, manage customer expectations, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful program launches and adherence to deliverables.

AutomotiveLogisticsManufacturingTransportation

Responsibilities

The ability to clearly define project scope and confirm alignment with the customer

Manage the customer to minimize project scope creep

Lead the cross-functional team through the execution of Kinetyc Customer Onboarding and Launch Process

Develop and obtain cross-functional commitment to a credible plan to deliver the program within scope

Lead and drive accountability within the cross-functional team

Execute re-occurring cross-functional team meetings to ensure team members have clear expectations of program deliverables and team is aligned with customer expectations

Eliminate surprises by fostering cross-functional communication and coordination of with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, MP&L, Quality and Finance

Ultimately accountable for managing program launch plan to execute customer and internal deliverables

Develop a deep understanding of customer-specific and governmental regulations specific to the product/program

Monitor engineering-related activities to ensure product or program design/cost objectives are met

Prepare and present program status at monthly internal and customer program Gate review meetings and escalate any program scope risk

Proactively track and manage program risk and opportunities

Preside over regular, cross-functional team change control meetings to seamlessly implement engineering changes

Proactively escalate to solicit management support for any risk of not delivering to project scope

Insist on a “both/and” approach to team member delivery on tasks, as opposed to an “either/or” approach with a careful eye to resource requirements to meet commitments

Qualification

Program ManagementLaunch processesEngineering knowledgeBusiness acumenNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsTeam leadershipAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related technical field is required

(5-7) years of experience in corporate and/or business-settings

Experience in a disciplined Program Management environment based on logical program task sequencing and the mutual reliance of different functions represented on the team

Must possess extensive knowledge and experience in Launch processes - from cradle-to-grave

Ability to present complex information and convey messages in a manner appropriate for different levels of the internal and customer organizations

Experience in leading/closing technical and financial negotiations

Able to perform in a fast-paced environment where change is common

Company

Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS)

Detroit Manufacturing Systems engenders pride in our team members, whose lives are transformed by their ability to learn new skills and work every day in a welcoming environment, where we use innovative technology to deliver high-quality parts on time to our customers.

Founded in 2012

Detroit, Michigan, USA

1001-5000 employees