New Model Principal Project Manager

Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC•Raymond, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead and manage New Model project for new launches in North America through cross-functional coordination and cost roll-up of automotive parts sourced within Global and North American supply base, all which have significant impact on HDMA financial performance. Effectively lead and develop cost targets and strategies to achieve NM Model cost reduction goals for assigned models, monitoring progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual. Provide clear, concise, and accurate cost and maker layout reports to Purchasing management and New Model Cost in line with project requirements. Monitor progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual Lead team cost correlation activity with both global and regional design functions. Support project meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team.

Requirements

8+ Years of Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Supply Chain or related field
Strong project management experience
Managing complex and detailed projects
Demonstrate leadership skills
Gap analysis
Strength in problem solving
Setting goals and achieving results
Good organization
Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Catia knowledge
Work cross functionally

Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and manage multiple new models (13-17) project schedules to meet overall schedule milestones and deliverables
Represent the Department independently in project team meetings, theme activity, and evaluations; communicating across DEB areas to share ideas and gain consensus on key decisions and milestones
Independently summarize Unit activity, conduct periodic reviews with Unit, Department & Division management to confirm new model status. This includes Supplier and Cost strategy items.
Create and manage new model cost targets through cost correlation activity with design, effectively managing performance and implementing countermeasure plans accordingly (annual supplier spend $3.2B/$38M investment).
Accurately roll-up cost (piece price and investment) for each NM event, and report cost and project status at New Model Evaluations to Procurement and Design Leadership
Report departments project status, clarifying risk and path forward at New Model evaluations (Cost Evaluations, We Are Ready) to Procurement Senior Management
Communicate and collaborate across DEB areas of the business to share ideas and reach consensus. Share project requirements to Department team and suppliers
Develop and manage the coordination of cost table activity for use in supplier negotiation
Mentor associates within group on problem solving, procedures, and fostering development

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Advancement Opportunities
Career Mobility
Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
Training and Development Programs
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs