Procurement Program Manager

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Support the Procurement organization by leading Product Line Team (PLT) activities, driving cross‑functional program execution, and managing change initiatives tied to new product launches and sustaining projects.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in automotive, heavy‑duty transportation, or related manufacturing environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
High level of proficiency with project management tools, Microsoft applications, and ERP systems.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Demonstrated capability to lead cross‑functional program activities.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data‑interpretation skills.
Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Ability to mentor others and contribute to team capability building.
Skilled in situation analysis, business‑case preparation, and presenting recommendations.
Familiarity with procurement and supply‑chain practices, including sourcing, cost analysis, and supplier management.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Represent Procurement as the PLT lead, coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment on program deliverables.
Communicate program requirements, timing, and key decisions to stakeholders to maintain cross‑functional visibility and execution.
Develop and maintain Plan for Every Part (PFEP) data for assigned programs, ensuring accurate component details, capacity information, delivery requirements, and logistics parameters.
Prepare and deliver program updates, dashboards, and executive summaries as required.
Maintain accurate program data within SAP and other business systems.
Lead should‑cost analysis efforts to support sourcing decisions, cost reviews, and negotiation preparation.
Participate in the APQP process to support supplier readiness, process verification, and program timing adherence.
Track open issues, risks, and action items across functional groups and drive them to closure.
Provide weekly status updates on program metrics, risks, and progress to peers and leadership teams.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to improving Procurement’s program management processes and tools.
Analyze and present technical, commercial, and statistical information to inform decision‑making.
Collaborate with commodity managers to evaluate potential suppliers, assess risks, and support sourcing recommendations.
Ensure proper documentation, record‑keeping, and compliance with corporate standards.
Build effective working relationships with internal customers and suppliers, resolving issues as they arise.
Support or lead special projects and initiatives as assigned.