Program Manager

Program ManagerLeader of Program Management Team (Iron Triangle). Program Manager works with the Product Development Engineer and Advance Quality Engineer to quote, develop and launch new automotive glass products for OEMs. The PM will communicate directly with the customer on all matters concerning the initial launch of Windshields, Backlights, Doors, Quarter windows, and Sunroofs. Represent Fuyao at customer development events and meetings. Maintain documents in accordance with Fuyao policies, APQP and Customer deliverables.Job FunctionsNew Product Launch - Automotive Glass -Capable of handling OEM Customers and multiple programs/window openings.Communication single point contact with OEM customers. Internal leader of Iron Triangle and OEM programSeveral forms of communication are required: face-to-face meetings, emails, texts, WeChat, verbal, written forms, etcKey Player / Value stream leader for the OEM customer - "Voice of the Customer" for internal processes and proceedingsOrganize internal teammates and processes to fulfill and support customer deliverable'sAttend Customer build events and meetings as appropriate; International travel and some overnights are expected. Depending on the program phase and customer expectations, travel could be up to 25% in a given fiscal quarterMaintaining the program budget is a central requirement. This includes components, tooling, equipment and packaging purchasesResponsible for COST: from Quote to Invoice. Input customer orders into ERP system -PLEX. Creator of timing charts, ensure ON TIME delivery of products to the customerBack-up plan and expedited delivery schedules. Offset of delaysWithin first 90 days - acquire product and process knowledge - commensurate with leadership role. Understand and be able to present to customer management core product linesOther duties as assigned by management. Ability to work overtime and be multi-functionalNothing in the Position Description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any timeQualificationsDemonstrated strong written and verbal communication skillsLanguages spoken in the workplace are English and MandarinMore than 3 years automotive manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience requiredPrevious positions of demonstrated dynamic matrix management, budget controls and timing chart creationBachelor of Science in Engineering fields or Business ManagementMasters degree is preferredSafety FIRST! Mindset is requiredAbility to walk or move around the plant for extended periods of time. Some lifting up to 35 lbs. with assistance is expectedMS Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Preferred MS Project skilledOutlook is the email client. Also use of Skype, and SharePoint navigationKnowledge of and familiarity MRP/ERP software. PLEX is current shop standardSkilled in documentation of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning ) & PPAP ( Production Part Approval Process)Manufacturing processes-Hi speed assembly, packaging, preferred glass bending and manufacturingPresentation - Oral and Written, Power Point or similarLeadership ability (w/ motivational & cooperative aptitude)Demonstrated decision making/leadership abilities in managing multiple programs to meet goals (quality, cost and delivery of programs) from concept through launchTS16949 trainingTraining about the five reference booksTraining about innovation methodsTraining about project managementSix Sigma training