HL Mando America Corporation · 15 hours ago
Program Manager II
Novi, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expHL Mando America Corporation is a leader in automotive engineering, and they are seeking a Program Manager II to lead end-to-end project development and launch activities. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery meets customer and business requirements while managing risks and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Leads development of the project charter and defines project scope based on OEM Statements of Requirements (SOR); owns ongoing scope management and proactively mitigates scope creep throughout project execution
Develops, maintains, and controls overall program timing, including master schedule and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS); leads project timing alignment across functions while coordinating with the Technical Project Leader (TPL) for DV and PV timing ownership
Initiates, manages, and maintains the project within iPCS or equivalent project management systems, ensuring accurate planning, tracking, and reporting throughout APQP Gates 1–6
Monitors and controls project financial performance, including profitability before tax (PBT), across the project development lifecycle; partners with Sales and Purchasing to support cost development, cost recovery, and margin improvement initiatives
Leads quality-related project activities by capturing lessons learned, driving corrective actions, and ensuring continuous improvement is embedded throughout the project lifecycle
Owns project risk management activities, including risk identification, assessment, and development of contingency and mitigation plans; escalates issues and drives management focus when timely resolution is at risk
Leads change management activities during development, coordinating and approving internal and customer-driven changes while ensuring alignment to scope, timing, cost, and quality objectives
Serves as the primary customer interface for assigned programs, building strong customer relationships and ensuring clear, timely communication throughout development and launch
Maintains and leads the MDT Open Issues List (OIL), ensuring weekly updates, cross-functional alignment, and appropriate escalation of unresolved issues
Prepares and communicates formal project status reports (PSR) to upper management and headquarters monthly, providing clear visibility to risks, milestones, and overall program health
Leads project kick-off meetings and owns preparation, execution, and reporting for all APQP Gate Reviews (1–6), ensuring compliance with internal standards and customer requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration is required
Minimum of 10+ years of automotive product engineering experience, 5 years of which are in lead or supervisory position
Product, processes, and tools expertise is required
PMP certification is required
Strong planning & scheduling skill utilizing Microsoft suite (MS project, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Time management by recognizing the importance of managing time and prioritizing daily activities
Risk management by proactively staying engaged with core team and constantly identifying project threats and opportunities. Take action to mitigate risks and prevent the project from missing key milestones
Leadership skills: Able to guide, motivate, and direct the team without any direct reports
Strong communication skills: Being insightful, collaborative, and optimistic
Conflict resolution skills: Managing conflicts amongst team members, being part of the solution facilitation
Team building skills: By establishing relationships and building trust amongst team and Stakeholders
Preferred
Master's degree is preferred
Benefits
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
Other supplemental benefits
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Company
HL Mando America Corporation
At HL Mando, we’re driven by innovation and the spirit of continuous improvement.
1001-5000 employees
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