Program Manager

Assemble program team and complete the program planning to ensure development of complete program plan and work breakdown structure. Define timelines/milestones/activities shared with the Business Unit team. Responsible for meeting the timing requirements of all customer and Brembo milestones/gates. Interact with the final (OEM) customer, jointly evaluating and managing issues during the product development process. Promptly informing/involving/escalating to management to ensure the necessary support when required. Report any non-compliance (quality concerns) of the product, providing where possible immediate corrective action in coordination with Quality department Make the first diagnosis on any quality/technical issue and take immediate needed corrective action Interact with suppliers and customers to define possible actions to improve product quality, defining timing and costs Check progress of U.S. suppliers' activity, monitoring milestones with the team, coordinating stages transition and preparing/agreeing corrective actions Coordinate activities among all key functions (Sales, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing) to ensure tasks are completed according to project requirements. Host weekly internal Platform meeting to align the various roles. Work with Finance and Sales departments to create cost models and business plans for new opportunities. Cost tracking to occur throughout project to maintain profitability of project. Oversee activities related customer prototype orders (internal order issuance, resolution of critical issues, follow up with customer) Interface with Purchasing and tiered supply base to ensure all suppliers are meeting cost/quality/timing/technical requirements. 2 years' experience in Automotive sector (chassis/brake systems) Knowledge and ability to read engineering drawings Knowledge of issues related to product (brake systems) Knowledge of problem-solving techniques (5P, 8D, etc) #J-18808-Ljbffr Brembo North America