Program Manager, AMS

CTS Corporation•Lisle, IL

2d•$140 - $165

About The Position

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS). Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy. Summary Accountable for the successful execution of a variety of product development projects across (1) multiple products focused on NPD within AMS Piezo Product portfolio (2) multiple customers (3) different stages of development in accordance to the CTS Product Development Process (known as PDP). Once assigned a project, the Program Manager will lead a cross functional team to execute it, ensuring that all customer requirements, CTS internal metrics (including financials) and critical dates are met.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge and proven experience in program management systems.
Project budget P&L and risk analysis.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
Proven experience and interaction with suppliers, customers, and Senior Management.
Know how to use MS Windows and MS Office Package especially Excel & PowerPoint.
Understanding of Critical Path concepts for Projects.
Ability to use MS Project.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related field.
5 years of previous experience as a Program Manager preferably in the electronics manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ceramic manufacturing is a plus.
ERP/MRP system experience desirable.
PMP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish and communicate the project terms of reference (product definition, timing, budget, commercial targets etc.).
Develop a project execution plan that defines what is needed and when to successfully deliver the terms of reference (including funding, people and facilities) as well as identifying and mitigating potential execution risks and a suitable.
Lead globally located cross functional teams to deliver the execution plan. Ensure that a suitable cadence is established to manage the activities of the team.
Ensure resources are available as required by the plan, to ensure a successful execution.
Coordinate technical, quality and commercial engagements with the customer as appropriate.
Assure “safe launch” to customer quality and delivery expectations, successfully delivering the project into volume production.
Facilitate completion of appropriate requirements for prototype and production program deliverables.
Manage scope creep, by updating and communicating the project terms of reference.
Meet and beat project financial targets by tracking costs and facilitating margin improvement initiatives (through cost reductions or price increases). Ensuring that all customer changes are adequately costed and quoted. Facilitate and coordinate CTS cost improvement initiatives during program execution.
Facilitate and participate in customer meetings at customer and CTS locations.
Participate in supplier meetings as required.
Facilitate completion of project action items on project open issues list.
Communicate project status and ensure risk is identified and minimized during project execution.
Support other Program Management initiatives, as required.