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SalaryDo you have a strong customer facing skillset? Are you highly organized and prioritize projects based on time and budget? If so then we need you as our next Program Manager!!
Where does the Program Manager fit in?
As the Program Manager, you will be expected to liaise with customers and provide support on various project management issues. Completion of requisitions for capital, tooling and any other required materials for assigned projects. You will work closely with suppliers in order to meet project goals and deadlines, following up on all aspects of a given project from start to finish. The Program Manager will assist in the development of technical presentations to support the Sales team as well as lead or assist with technical reviews for programs related to engineered solutions.
What you can expect as our next Program Manager:
- Build overall project budget, compile budget requests, and generate capitalization plan based on project timeline
- Ensure the strategy (customer requirements/timeline/milestones) is well communicated with stakeholders for alignment and meeting objectives
- Act as the key point of contact to the client's program leader/technical counterpart
- Monitor & manage all key dates and timing charts as required
- Facilitate program/project status meetings with project teams & account steering teams
- Manage technical & administrative staff and provide ongoing direction in the performance of the assigned program
- Identify roadblocks and recommend appropriate resolutions
- Manage information both externally and internally as required by each project
- Be responsible for timely communication of information and customer interaction
- Ensure successful program launch
- Be accountable to keep customer and program on track with effective conflict resolution
- Ensure to keep management updated on program status and communicate escalations as required
- Maintain positive relationships with current and past clients, keeping them up to date of company developments & potential opportunities
- Assist internal teams for preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements & specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract
- Plan & drive long-term strategies for key accounts that align with corporate mandate
- Ensures compliance of IATF-16949 systems and procedures
- Assist with Continuous Improvement Initiatives for current systems and processes
- Provide technical support for engineered solutions- with the development of technical presentations, leading/assisting with technical reviews as well as attending technical sales presentations as required
- Perform additional assigned duties and responsibilities as required.
Are you our next Program Manager?
- Post-secondary degree in Engineering or related field
- Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in program/project management (automotive industry)
- Experience in the Automotive industry is required
- Experience in the Plastics industry is required
- Proficient with MS Project
- Impeccable oral and written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interface with senior management
- Strong relationship building skills
- Able to effectively communicate client needs to the organization, simultaneously balancing organizational requirements
- Proactive view to identifying & driving financial benefits for our clients
- Proven successful launches of previous programs
- Ability to think & execute strategically and is results oriented
- Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi task as required
- Able to travel to customer/supplier destinations within North America with short notice
- Ability to communicate in Korean is a huge asset!
Perks?!
To name a few, we offer an amazing work environment/culture, ability to participate in multiple fun-filled company events and so much more! Don't forget to ask us about our competitive total compensation package!
We, at Axiom are an equal opportunity employer. We are always looking for talented individuals who are motivated to meet and exceed their goals. We are proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish, and searching for new and talented additions to our team has always remained a priority.
Axiom is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.
